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