Convert Gilberts to Kiloampere-turns

Convert Gilberts (Gb) to Kiloampere-turns (kA·t) instantly and accurately.

Gilberts (Gb)
Kiloampere-turns (kA·t)

Conversion Formula

kA·t = Gb × 0.0007957747155

About Gilberts

The gilbert (Gb) equals exactly 10/(4π) A·t ≈ 0.7958 A·t, the CGS unit of magnetomotive force named after William Gilbert (1544-1603). Widely used in older relay and electromagnet datasheets; 1 Gb = 1 oersted·centimetre. 1 Gb = 10/(4π) A·t.

About Kiloampere-turns

The kiloampere-turn (kA·t) equals 10³ A·t. Standard engineering unit for industrial electromagnets and transformer windings - a 500-turn winding at 2 A produces 1 kA·t; MRI gradient coils are driven at tens of kA·t. 1 kA·t = 10³ A·t.

Quick Reference Table

Gilberts (Gb)Kiloampere-turns (kA·t)
1 Gb0.000795775 kA·t
2 Gb0.00159155 kA·t
5 Gb0.00397887 kA·t
10 Gb0.00795775 kA·t
25 Gb0.0198944 kA·t
50 Gb0.0397887 kA·t
100 Gb0.0795775 kA·t

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