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Ohms to Kilohms

Convert ohms to kilohms (Ω to kΩ). 1 Ω = 0.001 kΩ. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.

A quick reference1 Ω = 0.001 kΩ
Kilohms to Ohms
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How to convert ohms to kilohms

Multiply the amount in ohms by 0.001 to get kilohms. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

kΩ = Ω × 0.001

Worked example

1 Ω = 0.001 kΩ. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.

Units and assumptions

Uses ohms and decimal SI prefixes for non-negative resistance magnitudes. Conductance is a reciprocal physical quantity, rather than another resistance unit, and is not mixed into this conversion. 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.

Ohms to Kilohms table

Common values, rounded for display
Ohms (Ω)Kilohms (kΩ)
00
10.001
50.005
100.01
250.025
1000.1
1,0001

About this conversion

What is the formula for ohms to kilohms?

kΩ = Ω × 0.001. Multiply the amount in ohms by 0.001 to get kilohms. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

How do I convert back to ohms?

Use the kilohms to ohms 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 electrical resistance converter to browse all supported pairs.

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