Kilovolt (kV) Converter
Convert kilovolts to other voltage units instantly
Volts (V)
1,000
Millivolts (mV)
1,000,000
Megavolts (MV)
0.001
Understanding Kilovolts
What is a Kilovolt?
A kilovolt (kV) is a unit of electrical potential equal to 1,000 volts. It's commonly used in power distribution systems and high-voltage applications. The prefix 'kilo-' represents 1,000 units in the metric system.
Common Applications
- Power transmission lines (typically 110 kV to 1,200 kV)
- Industrial equipment and machinery
- X-ray machines and other medical equipment
- High-voltage testing and research facilities
Conversion Facts
- 1 kV = 1,000 V
- 1 kV = 1,000,000 mV
- 1 kV = 0.001 MV