# MW to KW

Convert megawatts to kilowatts with configurable decimal precision

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

- **Category:** Math & Numbers

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

## Overview

Enter megawatts and convert with 1 MW = 1000 kW.

## Inputs

- **Megawatts** (number): e.g. 2.5
- **Decimal Precision** (number)

## When to use

- When translating utility-scale power plant capacities from megawatts to kilowatts for local grid reporting.
- When comparing industrial electrical equipment specifications that use different power units.
- When performing engineering calculations that require high-precision power unit conversions.

## How it works

- Enter the power value in megawatts (MW) into the input field.
- Set the desired decimal precision to control the rounding of the output.
- The tool multiplies the megawatt value by 1000 to calculate and display the result in kilowatts (kW).

## Use cases

- Converting wind turbine or solar farm capacities (e.g., 1.5 MW) to kilowatts for grid connection applications.
- Standardizing power metrics in energy audit reports where data is mixed between MW and kW.
- Calculating generator outputs for industrial facilities during backup power planning.

## Frequently asked questions

### How many kilowatts are in one megawatt?

There are exactly 1,000 kilowatts (kW) in 1 megawatt (MW).

### Can I convert fractional megawatt values?

Yes, you can input decimal values like 2.5 MW to get the exact kilowatt equivalent.

### What is the default decimal precision of the converter?

The default decimal precision is set to 4 decimal places, but you can adjust it from 0 up to 10.

### Does this tool support reverse conversion from kW to MW?

No, this specific tool is designed to convert megawatts (MW) to kilowatts (kW).

### Is there a limit to the size of the megawatt value I can enter?

No, the tool handles both very small fractional megawatts and large utility-scale values.

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