Convert Gauss to Kilogauss
Enter the number of gauss that you want to convert to kilogauss.
How to Convert Gauss to Kilogauss
The gauss and kilogauss are both units of magnetic field. By definition, 1 kilogauss equals exactly 1000 gauss. This means to convert gauss to kilogauss, you divide by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 G to kilogauss:
We need to convert gauss to kilogauss
Since 1 kG = 1000 G, divide by 1000
5 ÷ 1000 = 0.005
5 G = 0.005 kG
Gauss to Kilogauss Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common gauss to kilogauss conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Gauss (G) | Kilogauss (kG) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 G | 0.0001 kG |
| 0.5 G | 0.0005 kG |
| 1 G | 0.001 kG |
| 2 G | 0.002 kG |
| 5 G | 0.005 kG |
| 10 G | 0.01 kG |
| 25 G | 0.025 kG |
| 50 G | 0.05 kG |
| 100 G | 0.1 kG |
About These Units
Gauss (G)
The gauss (G) is the CGS unit of magnetic flux density. One tesla = 10,000 gauss. Earth's field: 0.25-0.65 G. Refrigerator magnet: 50-100 G. Neodymium magnet: 10,000-14,000 G at surface. Named after mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss.
Kilogauss (kG)
A kilogauss (kG) equals 1,000 gauss or 0.1 tesla. Laboratory electromagnets: 1-2.5 kG typical. Superconducting magnets: 10-20+ kG. MRI machines: 15-70 kG (1.5-7 T). Common in older physics literature and some industrial specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert gauss to kilogauss?
To convert gauss to kilogauss, divide the value by 1000. For example, 10 G = 0.01 kG.
How many kilogauss are in 1 gauss?
1 gauss equals 0.001 kilogauss.
What is the formula for gauss to kilogauss?
The formula is: kG = G ÷ 1000.