Kilovolts to Megavolts Converter
Convert kilovolts (kV) to megavolts (MV)
Result
0.001 MV
Megavolts
1 kV = 0.001 MV
1 kV in other units
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How to convert kilovolts to megavolts
There are 1,000 kilovolts in one megavolt, so divide the number of kilovolts by 1,000.
MV = kV ÷ 1,000
1 kV = 0.001 MV · 1 MV = 1,000 kV
Worked example
To convert 5 kilovolts to megavolts: 5 kV ÷ 1,000 = 0.005 MV.
About kilovolts (kV)
A kilovolt is 1,000 V. Distribution lines run at 11 kV and transmission lines at hundreds of kV.
About megavolts (MV)
A megavolt is 1,000,000 V, seen in lightning and particle accelerators.
More conversions
Kilovolts to other units
Frequently asked questions
How many megavolts are in one kilovolt?
One kilovolt equals 0.001 megavolts.
How many kilovolts are in one megavolt?
One megavolt equals 1,000 kilovolts.
How do I convert kilovolts to megavolts?
Use the formula MV = kV ÷ 1,000. For example, 5 kV ÷ 1,000 = 0.005 MV.