kilosievert to microsievert
Convert kilosievert (kSv) to microsievert (μSv). Use an editable equivalent dose converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 kSv = 1,000,000,000 μSv
Conversion formula
One kilosievert equals 1,000,000,000 microsievert. Multiply your value in kilosievert by this factor to get microsievert. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 kilosievert:5 × 1,000,000,000 = 5,000,000,000 μSv
Conversion table
| kilosievert (kSv) | microsievert (μSv) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 10,000,000 |
| 0.1 | 100,000,000 |
| 1 | 1,000,000,000 |
| 2 | 2,000,000,000 |
| 5 | 5,000,000,000 |
| 10 | 10,000,000,000 |
| 25 | 25,000,000,000 |
| 50 | 50,000,000,000 |
| 100 | 100,000,000,000 |
| 1000 | 1e+12 |
About these measurements
Equivalent dose uses weighting to describe radiation-related biological effects.
The base reference used here is the sievert. One kilosievert is 1,000 base units; one microsievert is 0.000001 base units.
Important distinctions
This converts an already specified quantity. It does not calculate a personal risk or treatment.
Precision
The converter uses stored conversion factors and floating-point arithmetic. Results display up to ten significant digits, switching to scientific notation for very small or large values. Keep the precision of your original measurement when reporting results.
Common questions
How do I convert kSv to μSv?
Multiply the quantity in kSv by 1,000,000,000. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the microsievert to kilosievert converter.
Reference
NIST Guide to the SI — conversion factors and prefix conventions. SI prefixes scale units by powers of ten; the dimension-specific notes above describe the assumptions used on this page.
