Why convert kilovolt/meter to statvolt/inch?

Converting between these units allows comparison of modern SI electric field strength values with older measurements expressed in the cgs electrostatic system, aiding historical data analysis and specialized research.

Is statvolt/inch commonly used today?

No, statvolt/inch primarily appears in older literature and is uncommon in modern engineering practice, which relies mostly on SI units like volts per meter.

What is the exact conversion factor from kV/m to stV/in?

One kilovolt per meter equals approximately 0.0847254096 statvolts per inch.

How to Convert Kilovolt/meter [kV/m] to Statvolt/inch [stV/in]

Learn how to convert electric field strength measurements from kilovolt per meter (kV/m) to statvolt per inch (stV/in) using a simple conversion factor. Understand when and why this unit conversion is important in electrical engineering, physics, and electrostatics.

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Kilovolt/meter [kV/m] to Statvolt/inch [stV/in] Conversion Table

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Kilovolt/meter [kV/m] to Statvolt/inch [stV/in] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts electric field strength values between kilovolt per meter (kV/m), a standard SI unit, and statvolt per inch (stV/in), an older cgs electrostatic unit. It helps bridge measurements from modern engineering contexts and historical or specialized electrostatics data.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the electric field strength value in kilovolt/meter (kV/m)
Select kilovolt/meter as the source unit and statvolt/inch as the target unit
Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent value in statvolt/inch
Use the result to compare or interpret data between SI and cgs systems
Refer to example conversions for guidance on typical inputs and outputs

Key Features

Converts between kilovolt/meter (kV/m) and statvolt/inch (stV/in)
Based on a precise conversion rate for electric field strength units
Supports comparisons of modern SI measurements with legacy cgs data
Useful in electrical engineering, physics, and electrostatics applications
Browser-based and easy to use without the need for formulas

Examples

10 kV/m converts to approximately 0.847254096 stV/in
5 kV/m converts to approximately 0.423627048 stV/in

Common Use Cases

Measuring and assessing electric field strength near high-voltage power equipment
Conducting dielectric breakdown and insulation testing at specified field levels
Performing electromagnetic compatibility and RF exposure assessments
Comparing historical electrostatic measurements with modern SI data
Reporting laboratory experiments involving cgs electrostatic units

Tips & Best Practices

Double-check unit systems to ensure accurate conversions
Use this tool to bridge legacy data with modern engineering standards
Apply conversions carefully when interpreting older scientific literature
Consider the context of your application when using statvolt/inch values
Keep track of the conversion factor (1 kV/m = 0.0847254096 stV/in) for reference

Limitations

Statvolt/inch is rarely used in current engineering practice and mostly found in historical sources
Conversion between different unit systems may introduce rounding errors
Users must consider the cgs electrostatic origin of statvolt/inch when applying results
The tool does not handle units outside of the specified electric field strength units
Precision details and effects of unit system differences should be carefully reviewed

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert kilovolt/meter to statvolt/inch?: Converting between these units allows comparison of modern SI electric field strength values with older measurements expressed in the cgs electrostatic system, aiding historical data analysis and specialized research.
Is statvolt/inch commonly used today?: No, statvolt/inch primarily appears in older literature and is uncommon in modern engineering practice, which relies mostly on SI units like volts per meter.
What is the exact conversion factor from kV/m to stV/in?: One kilovolt per meter equals approximately 0.0847254096 statvolts per inch.

Key Terminology

Kilovolt per meter (kV/m): A unit of electric field strength in the SI system representing 1,000 volts of potential difference across one meter.
Statvolt per inch (stV/in): A unit of electric field strength in the cgs electrostatic system representing one statvolt across a distance of one inch, used chiefly in older electrostatics literature.
Electric field strength: A measure of electric force per unit charge at a point in space, indicating the intensity of the electric field.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does 1 kilovolt/meter represent?

One thousand volts per meter

One statvolt per inch

One volt per centimeter

In which unit system is statvolt/inch primarily used?

SI system

CGS electrostatic system

Imperial system

Why is converting to statvolt/inch useful?

To measure current flow

To compare modern electric field data with historical cgs data

To convert temperature units

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