Megahertz to Hertz Converter

Enter the frequency in megahertz:

Converting between megahertz (MHz) and hertz (Hz) is essential for working with radio frequencies, computer processors, and electronic signals. This guide provides simple conversion methods with practical examples.

Key Concepts

1. Megahertz (MHz)

• Definition: 1 MHz = 1,000,000 Hz

• Applications:

  • FM radio (88-108 MHz)

  • Computer processors (e.g., 3.2 GHz = 3200 MHz)

  • Wi-Fi frequencies (2.4 GHz = 2400 MHz)

2. Hertz (Hz)

• Definition: Base SI unit (1 Hz = 1 cycle/second)

• Applications:

  • Electrical power systems (50/60 Hz)

  • Audio frequencies (20 Hz - 20 kHz)

  • Digital clock signals

Conversion Formulas

1. MHz to Hz

$$\boxed{{\displaystyle f_{\text{Hz}}=f_{\text{MHz}}\times 1,000,000}}$$

Example:

• 5.8 MHz → Hz:

  $$5.8\times 1,000,000=5,800,000\text{ Hz}$$

2. Hz to MHz

$$\boxed{{\displaystyle f_{\text{MHz}}}}=\frac{f_{\text{Hz}}}{1,000,000}$$

Example:

• 2,500,000 Hz → MHz:

  $$\frac{2,500,000}{1,000,000}=2.5\text{ MHz}$$

Conversion Table

MHz	Hz
0.001 MHz	1,000 Hz
0.01 MHz	10,000 Hz
0.1 MHz	100,000 Hz
1 MHz	1,000,000 Hz
10 MHz	10,000,000 Hz
100 MHz	100,000,000 Hz

Practical Applications

1. Radio Broadcasting

   • 98.5 FM = 98.5 MHz = 98,500,000 Hz

2. Computer Hardware

   • 3.2 GHz processor = 3,200 MHz = 3,200,000,000 Hz

3. Wireless Networks

• Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz = 2,400 MHz = 2,400,000,000 Hz

FAQ

Q: Why convert MHz to Hz?

A: Some engineering calculations require base SI units (Hz), while equipment often displays MHz for readability.

Q: How does this relate to GHz?

A:
1 GHz = 1,000 MHz = 1,000,000,000 Hz

Q: What's the easiest way to remember?

A:

• "Mega" means million → 1 MHz = 1 million Hz

• Just add six zeros when converting MHz→Hz