Convert Kilohms to Megohms
Convert kilohms to megohms by entering a value below.
How to Convert Kilohms to Megohms
The kilohm and megohm are both units of electrical resistance. By definition, 1 megohm equals exactly 1000 kilohms. This means to convert kilohms to megohms, you divide by 1000.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kΩ to megohms:
We need to convert kilohms to megohms
Since 1 MΩ = 1000 kΩ, divide by 1000
5 ÷ 1000 = 0.005
5 kΩ = 0.005 MΩ
Kilohm to Megohm Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilohm to megohm conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilohms (kΩ) | Megohms (MΩ) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kΩ | 0.0001 MΩ |
| 0.5 kΩ | 0.0005 MΩ |
| 1 kΩ | 0.001 MΩ |
| 2 kΩ | 0.002 MΩ |
| 5 kΩ | 0.005 MΩ |
| 10 kΩ | 0.01 MΩ |
| 25 kΩ | 0.025 MΩ |
| 50 kΩ | 0.05 MΩ |
| 100 kΩ | 0.1 MΩ |
About These Units
Kilohm (kΩ)
A kilohm (kΩ) equals 1,000 ohms. The most common resistor value range: 1kΩ-100kΩ. Pull-up/pull-down resistors: 4.7kΩ-10kΩ typical. Potentiometer standard values: 1kΩ, 10kΩ, 100kΩ. Audio volume controls often 10kΩ-100kΩ.
Megohm (MΩ)
A megohm (MΩ) equals 1,000,000 ohms or 1,000 kilohms. Used for insulation resistance testing (should be >1 MΩ), high-impedance circuits, input resistance of oscilloscopes (1-10 MΩ), and anti-static resistors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilohms to megohms?
To convert kilohms to megohms, divide the value by 1000. For example, 10 kΩ = 0.01 MΩ.
How many megohms are in 1 kilohm?
1 kilohm equals 0.001 megohms.
What is the formula for kilohms to megohms?
The formula is: MΩ = kΩ ÷ 1000.