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Kilovolts to Volts

Convert kilovolts to volts (kV to V). 1 kV = 1,000 V. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.

A quick reference1 kV = 1,000 V
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How to convert kilovolts to volts

Multiply the amount in kilovolts by 1,000 to get volts. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

V = kV × 1,000

Worked example

1 kV = 1,000 V. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.

Units and assumptions

Uses volts and decimal SI prefixes. Negative values retain the chosen polarity. This is a change of unit; no RMS, peak or peak-to-peak waveform relationship is assumed. Values are rounded to 12 significant figures for display.

Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.

Kilovolts to Volts table

Common values, rounded for display
Kilovolts (kV)Volts (V)
00
11,000
55,000
1010,000
2525,000
100100,000
1,0001,000,000

About this conversion

What is the formula for kilovolts to volts?

V = kV × 1,000. Multiply the amount in kilovolts by 1,000 to get volts. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

How do I convert back to kilovolts?

Use the volts to kilovolts calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.

Can I use a different pair of units?

Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the voltage converter to browse all supported pairs.

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