Convert Kilorads to Milligrays
Convert Kilorads (krad) to Milligrays (mGy) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
mGy = krad × 10000
About Kilorads
The kilorad (krad) equals 10 Gy. Used in radiation hardness testing of electronics for space and military applications: commercial components typically withstand 0.1-10 krad(Si); military-grade components are specified to 100-1000 krad(Si). Semiconductor device qualification standards (MIL-STD-883, ESCC 22900) quote total ionising dose in krad. 1 krad = 10 Gy.
About Milligrays
The milligray (mGy) equals 10⁻³ Gy and is the standard unit for diagnostic radiology patient doses. CT head scan ~20-60 mGy; abdominal CT ~10-30 mGy; mammography mean glandular dose ~1-3 mGy. IAEA and EU medical exposure directives set diagnostic reference levels in mGy. 1 mGy = 10⁻³ Gy = 0.1 rad.
Quick Reference Table
| Kilorads (krad) | Milligrays (mGy) |
|---|---|
| 1 krad | 10000 mGy |
| 2 krad | 20000 mGy |
| 5 krad | 50000 mGy |
| 10 krad | 100000 mGy |
| 25 krad | 250000 mGy |
| 50 krad | 500000 mGy |
| 100 krad | 1000000 mGy |