# KW to MW

Convert kilowatts to megawatts with configurable decimal precision

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/kw-to-mw

- **Category:** Math & Numbers

- **Keywords:** kw, kilowatt, mw, megawatt, power, conversion

## Overview

Enter kilowatts and convert with 1000 kW = 1 MW.

## Inputs

- **Kilowatts** (number): e.g. 2500
- **Decimal Precision** (number)

## When to use

- When analyzing electrical grid capacity or generator outputs that are documented in kilowatts but need to be reported in megawatts.
- When preparing energy consumption reports or utility bills that require standardized megawatt units.
- When performing engineering calculations that require precise power conversions with specific decimal rounding.

## How it works

- Enter the power value in kilowatts (kW) into the input field.
- Adjust the decimal precision setting to control the number of decimal places in the output (from 0 to 10).
- The tool divides the kilowatt value by 1000 and outputs the result in megawatts (MW) as a structured JSON object.

## Use cases

- Converting industrial generator output ratings from kilowatts to megawatts for grid integration documentation.
- Standardizing solar panel array capacity data from kW peak (kWp) to MW peak (MWp) for high-level executive summaries.
- Calculating power plant capacity conversions during energy audits and utility resource planning.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the conversion formula from kilowatts to megawatts?

The formula is Megawatts (MW) = Kilowatts (kW) / 1000.

### Can I specify how many decimal places to include in the output?

Yes, you can configure the decimal precision from 0 to 10 decimal places.

### Does this tool support fractional kilowatt inputs?

Yes, the tool accepts decimal values for kilowatts, allowing precise fractional inputs.

### What is the default decimal precision if I do not specify one?

The default precision is set to 4 decimal places.

### Is there a limit to the maximum kilowatt value I can convert?

No, the tool can convert any valid numeric kilowatt value.

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