Kilohms to Ohms Converter
Convert kilohms (kΩ) to ohms (Ω)
Result
1,000 Ω
Ohms
1 kΩ = 1,000 Ω
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How to convert kilohms to ohms
One kilohm equals 1,000 ohms, so multiply the number of kilohms by 1,000.
Ω = kΩ × 1,000
1 kΩ = 1,000 Ω · 1 Ω = 0.001 kΩ
Worked example
To convert 5 kilohms to ohms: 5 kΩ × 1,000 = 5,000 Ω.
About kilohms (kΩ)
A kilohm is 1,000 Ω. Many resistors in electronics are in the kΩ range.
About ohms (Ω)
The ohm is the SI unit of resistance: one volt per ampere.
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Frequently asked questions
How many ohms are in one kilohm?
One kilohm equals 1,000 ohms.
How many kilohms are in one ohm?
One ohm equals 0.001 kilohms.
How do I convert kilohms to ohms?
Use the formula Ω = kΩ × 1,000. For example, 5 kΩ × 1,000 = 5,000 Ω.