Volts to Kilovolts Conversion

To use the calculator, type the voltage in volts into the input field labeled “Enter voltage in volts”. The converted value in kilovolts will appear in the output field labeled “Result in kilovolts” once you click the “Convert” button. To reset the calculator, simply click the “Reset” button.

Volts to Kilovolts Conversion Calculator

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Enter voltage in volts: (V):

Result in kilovolts: (kV):

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How to Convet V to kV?

1 V = 10^-3 kV = 0,001 kV

1 kV = 10³ V = 1000 V

What Is the Difference Between Kilovolts and Volts?

Volts (V) are the basic unit of measurement for electrical potential difference. One volt is defined as the potential difference across a conductor when a current of one ampere (A) flows through it, resulting in a power dissipation of one watt (W). Volts are commonly used in everyday applications and smaller electrical systems.

Kilovolts (kV), on the other hand, are a larger unit of measurement. One kilovolt is equal to 1,000 volts. Kilovolts are often used in high-voltage systems such as power transmission, medical equipment, industrial machinery, and scientific experiments where the potential differences involved are much greater than what is typically encountered in household electronics.

Volts to Kilovolts Formula

The measurement of voltage, denoted as V and expressed in kilovolts (kV), can be determined by dividing the voltage value V given in volts (V) by a factor of one thousand:

V_(kV) = V_(V) / 1000

Example

Imagine you have a power supply delivering electricity at 2500 volts to an industrial machine. To express this voltage in a more practical unit, we can convert it to kilovolts (kV). The conversion is straightforward: 2500 volts ÷ 1000 = 2.5 kilovolts. Therefore, the machine operates at 2.5 kV, which is a commonly used unit in industrial settings. This conversion simplifies communication and understanding of the equipment’s power requirements.