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Kilovolt to Volt Converter

Enter the value that you want to convert kilovolt (kV) to volt (V) or volt to kilovolt.Also written as KV to V conversion.

1 kilovolt = 1000.0000000 volt

Formula: volt = kilovolt value × 1000.0000000

KV to V — kilovolt to volt

kV
10000.00000V

10 kilovolt = 10000.00000 volt

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How Kilovolt Relates to Volt

The Kilovolt in Electrical Systems

Kilovolt (kV) is a unit of electric potential measurement. 1 kilovolt is equal to 1000.0000000 volt.

Understanding the Volt

Volt (V) is a unit of electric potential measurement. 1 volt is equal to 0.0010000 kilovolt.

kilovolt to volt metric conversion table

0.01 kV=10.00000 V
0.1 kV=100.00000 V
1 kV=1000.00000 V
2 kV=2000.00000 V
3 kV=3000.00000 V
4 kV=4000.00000 V
5 kV=5000.00000 V
6 kV=6000.00000 V
7 kV=7000.00000 V
8 kV=8000.00000 V
9 kV=9000.00000 V
10 kV=10000.00000 V
11 kV=11000.00000 V
12 kV=12000.00000 V
13 kV=13000.00000 V
14 kV=14000.00000 V
15 kV=15000.00000 V
16 kV=16000.00000 V
17 kV=17000.00000 V
18 kV=18000.00000 V
19 kV=19000.00000 V
20 kV=20000.00000 V
30 kV=30000.00000 V
40 kV=40000.00000 V
50 kV=50000.00000 V
60 kV=60000.00000 V
70 kV=70000.00000 V
80 kV=80000.00000 V
90 kV=90000.00000 V
100 kV=100000.00000 V
200 kV=200000.00000 V
300 kV=300000.00000 V
400 kV=400000.00000 V
500 kV=500000.00000 V
600 kV=600000.00000 V
700 kV=700000.00000 V
800 kV=800000.00000 V
900 kV=900000.00000 V
1000 kV=1000000.00000 V

How to Convert KV to V (Kilovolt to Volt)?

We can convert kilovolt to volt by using an example.

Example:

Convert 20 Kilovolt to Volt?

We know 1 Kilovolt = 1000.0000000 volt; 1 Volt = 0.0010000 kilovolt.

20 kilovolt = ___V

20 × 1000.0000000 = 20000.00000 V (we know 1 kilovolt = 1000.0000000 volt)

Answer:

20 kilovolt = 20000.00000 volt

Kilovolts to Volts: Power Engineering Calculations

Kilovolts are the standard unit in power engineering, but many calculations — especially those involving residential equipment, protective relay settings, or instrument transformer ratios — need the value in volts. Multiplying kV by 1,000 converts to volts. This is essential when calculating fault currents, transformer turns ratios, or voltage divider outputs in test equipment.

  1. Take the voltage in kilovolts (kV).
  2. Multiply by 1,000.
  3. The result is the voltage in volts (V).
  4. Example: 13.8 kV × 1,000 = 13,800 V.
💡 Tip: When working with per-unit systems in power engineering, you often need to convert the base voltage from kV to V. If your base is 13.8 kV, that is 13,800 V. Per-unit voltage = actual voltage ÷ base voltage (both in same units).

Kilovolts to Volts: Standard Power System Levels

Power system voltage levels converted from kV to V for calculations:

KilovoltVolt
0.12 kV120 V
0.208 kV208 V
0.48 kV480 V
4.16 kV4,160 V
12.47 kV12,470 V
13.8 kV13,800 V
34.5 kV34,500 V
115 kV115,000 V

Calculations: kV to Volts

Question 1: A distribution feeder operates at 12.47 kV. What is the voltage in volts?

Solution:

V = kV × 1,000

= 12.47 × 1,000

= 12,470 V

Answer: 12.47 kV = 12,470 V — the line-to-line voltage for rural US distribution.

Question 2: An industrial facility receives power at 4.16 kV. Express in volts.

Solution:

V = kV × 1,000

= 4.16 × 1,000

= 4,160 V

Answer: 4.16 kV = 4,160 V — a common voltage for large motor feeds in factories.

Question 3: A transmission line operates at 345 kV. Convert to volts.

Solution:

V = kV × 1,000

= 345 × 1,000

= 345,000 V

Answer: 345 kV = 345,000 V — a major backbone transmission voltage in North America.

Practice: kV to Volts

Try solving these on your own to test your understanding:

  1. Convert 0.6 kV to volts. (Answer: 600 V)
  2. A generator outputs 22 kV. What is that in volts? (Answer: 22,000 V)
  3. Convert 69 kV to volts. (Answer: 69,000 V)
  4. A substation transformer is rated 138 kV. Express in volts. (Answer: 138,000 V)
  5. Convert 0.277 kV to volts. (Answer: 277 V)

Instrument Transformers and Voltage Scaling

Potential transformers (PTs) step down high voltages to a standard 120 V for metering and protection. A 13.8 kV (13,800 V) feeder uses a PT with ratio 13,800:120 (or 115:1). Protective relays then operate on the 120 V secondary, but their settings are often expressed in primary kV or V. Converting between kV and V is routine when programming digital relay voltage elements.

Dielectric Strength and Insulation Testing

Insulation testing (hipot testing) applies high voltage to verify equipment integrity. A motor rated 4.16 kV (4,160 V) is typically tested at 2× rated voltage + 1,000 V = 9,320 V (9.32 kV). Cable insulation testing for 15 kV class equipment uses DC test voltages around 55 kV (55,000 V). All test equipment specifications and safety procedures reference both kV and V depending on context.

Key Takeaways

  • Multiply kilovolts by 1,000 to get volts.
  • Power systems use kV for readability: 13.8 kV is clearer than 13,800 V.
  • PT ratios convert kV-level voltages to a 120 V secondary for meters.
  • Insulation test voltage ≈ 2× rated kV + 1 kV (converted to V for equipment settings).
  • Per-unit calculations require consistent units — convert kV to V (or vice versa) first.

Kilovolt to Volt Conversion Formula

volt = kilovolt × 1000.0000000

1 kilovolt = 1000.0000000 volt

1 volt = 0.0010000 kilovolt

Reverse: kilovolt = volt × 0.0010000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many volt are in 1 kilovolt?

There are 1000.0000000 volt in 1 kilovolt. To convert kilovolt to volt, multiply the value by 1000.0000000.

How do I convert kilovolt to volt?

Multiply your kilovolt value by 1000.0000000 to get the equivalent in volt. For example, 5 kilovolt = 5 × 1000.0000000 = 5000.00000 volt.

How do I convert volt to kilovolt?

Multiply your volt value by 0.0010000 to get the equivalent in kilovolt. Alternatively, divide by 1000.0000000.

What is 10 kilovolt in volt?

10 kilovolt is equal to 10000.00000 volt.

What is 100 kilovolt in volt?

100 kilovolt is equal to 100000.00000 volt.