Convert Microvolts to Volts
Convert Microvolts (µV) to Volts (V) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
V = µV × 1.000000000e-6
About Microvolts
The microvolt (µV) equals 10⁻⁶ V, the scale of bioelectric signals and precision sensor outputs. EEG electroencephalography records brain-wave amplitudes of 10-100 µV; a standard thermocouple junction generates 5-40 µV/°C depending on type; Wheatstone-bridge strain-gauge outputs under load are typically 1-100 µV/V excitation. Instrumentation amplifiers with sub-microvolt offset are used in ECG front-ends. 1 µV = 10⁻³ mV = 10³ nV.
About Volts
The volt (V) is the SI derived unit of electric potential, defined as 1 joule per coulomb (1 J/C = 1 W/A = 1 kg·m²·A⁻¹·s⁻³). Named after Alessandro Volta who built the first electrochemical battery in 1800. Common benchmarks: a fresh AA alkaline cell is 1.5 V; USB 2.0 supplies 5 V; a car lead-acid battery is 12 V; household electricity in Europe is 230 V RMS. The volt is reproduced internationally via the Josephson voltage standard.
Quick Reference Table
| Microvolts (µV) | Volts (V) |
|---|---|
| 1 µV | 1 × 10-6 V |
| 2 µV | 2 × 10-6 V |
| 5 µV | 5 × 10-6 V |
| 10 µV | 1 × 10-5 V |
| 25 µV | 2.5 × 10-5 V |
| 50 µV | 5 × 10-5 V |
| 100 µV | 1 × 10-4 V |