Convert Kilorad to Sievert
Convert kilorads to sieverts by entering a value below.
How to Convert Kilorads to Sieverts
The kilorad and sievert are both units of radiation dose. By definition, 1 kilorad equals exactly 10 sieverts. This means to convert kilorads to sieverts, you multiply by 10.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 krad to sieverts:
We need to convert kilorads to sieverts
Since 1 krad = 10 Sv, multiply by 10
5 × 10 = 50
5 krad = 50 Sv
Kilorad to Sievert Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilorad to sievert conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilorads (krad) | Sieverts (Sv) |
|---|---|
| 1 krad | 10 Sv |
| 2 krad | 20 Sv |
| 5 krad | 50 Sv |
| 10 krad | 100 Sv |
| 15 krad | 150 Sv |
| 20 krad | 200 Sv |
| 25 krad | 250 Sv |
| 50 krad | 500 Sv |
| 100 krad | 1000 Sv |
About These Units
Kilorad (krad)
A kilorad (krad) equals 1,000 rads or 10 grays. Used in electronics radiation hardening: commercial chips fail at 1-10 krad, radiation-hardened: 100+ krad, space-grade: 300+ krad total ionizing dose (TID) tolerance.
Sievert (Sv)
The sievert (Sv) is the SI unit of equivalent dose, measuring biological effect of radiation exposure. Accounts for radiation type via quality factors. 1 Sv = significant health risk, 4-5 Sv = 50% fatality (LD50). Acute exposure above 0.5 Sv causes radiation sickness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilorads to sieverts?
To convert kilorads to sieverts, multiply the value by 10. For example, 10 krad = 100 Sv.
How many sieverts are in 1 kilorad?
1 kilorad equals 10 sieverts.
What is the formula for kilorads to sieverts?
The formula is: Sv = krad × 10.