Convert Kilogauss to Gauss
Enter the number of kilogauss that you want to convert to gauss.
How to Convert Kilogauss to Gauss
The kilogauss and gauss are both units of magnetic field. By definition, 1 kilogauss equals exactly 1000 gauss. This means to convert kilogauss to gauss, you multiply by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kG to gauss:
We need to convert kilogauss to gauss
Since 1 kG = 1000 G, multiply by 1000
5 × 1000 = 5000
5 kG = 5000 G
Kilogauss to Gauss Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilogauss to gauss conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilogauss (kG) | Gauss (G) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kG | 100 G |
| 0.5 kG | 500 G |
| 1 kG | 1000 G |
| 2 kG | 2000 G |
| 5 kG | 5000 G |
| 10 kG | 10000 G |
| 25 kG | 25000 G |
| 50 kG | 50000 G |
| 100 kG | 100000 G |
About These Units
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilogauss to gauss?
To convert kilogauss to gauss, multiply the value by 1000. For example, 10 kG = 10000 G.
How many gauss are in 1 kilogauss?
1 kilogauss equals 1000 gauss.
What is the formula for kilogauss to gauss?
The formula is: G = kG × 1000.