kHz

What is a Kilohertz?

Definition

A kilohertz (kHz) is a unit of frequency equal to 1,000 hertz.

Popular Kilohertz Conversions

Most common conversions from Kilohertz

1 kHz = 1,000 Hz Kilohertz to Hertz 1 kHz = 0.001 MHz Kilohertz to Megahertz 1 kHz = 0.000001 GHz Kilohertz to Gigahertz 1 kHz = 59,999.88 rpm Kilohertz to RPM

History

The kilohertz became important with the development of radio broadcasting and telecommunications in the early 20th century.

Common Uses

AM radio frequencies
Audio sampling rates
Telecommunications
Ultrasound frequencies

Fun Facts

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AM radio broadcasts between 530-1700 kHz

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CD audio is sampled at 44.1 kHz

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Dog whistles produce sounds around 20-25 kHz

All Kilohertz Conversions

Kilohertz to Hertz kHz → Hz Kilohertz to Megahertz kHz → MHz Kilohertz to Gigahertz kHz → GHz Kilohertz to RPM kHz → rpm