kcmil to MCM and MCM to kcmil Conversion Calculator

You can use the calculator below to convert kcmil or MCM to mm², inches, and mm.

*The information provided by the calculator is a guide. Always consult a qualified professional for your project.

Formula to Convert kcmil to MCM

Both kcmil and MCM represent: “thousands of circular mils.” Therefore, 1 kcmil = 1 MCM (older abbreviation) = 1,000 mils.

Using this conversion, 500 kcmil = 500 MCM.

How to Convert MCM to kcmil

To complete the conversion from MCM to kcmil, simply change the units while keeping the value constant.

For example, 500 MCM = 500 kcmil.

You may choose to refer to the table below instead of using the calculator above or the formulas provided to obtain the equivalent diameters (solid, non-stranded rod) in inches and mm based on kcmil/MCM values.

Table: kcmil/MCM to Inches and mm

kcmil/MCM (mm2)/sq.mmDiameter (inches)Diameter (mm)
10.50.7980.031
52.51.7850.070
105.02.5240.099
5025.35.6770.224
10050.78.0370.316
15076.09.8390.387
200101.311.3600.447
250126.70.50012.70
300152.00.54813.91
350177.30.59215.03
400202.70.63216.06
500253.40.70717.96
600304.00.77519.67
700354.70.83721.25
750380.00.86622.00
800405.40.89422.72
900456.00.94924.10
1,000506.71.00025.40
1,250633.41.11828.40
1,500760.11.22531.11
1,750886.71.32333.60
2,0001013.41.41435.92

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