Electric current
mA to amps Converter
1 mA = 0.001 A. Enter any value and the result updates instantly.
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Accuracy and rounding
These conversions change only the SI prefix. They do not calculate power, voltage, or electrical safety limits.
Current prefix conversions are exact powers of 1000 within SI notation.
Keep the significant digits supplied by the meter or component specification when displaying amps.
How to convert mA to amps
- Type the mA value in the calculator.
- Keep mA selected as the from unit and amps selected as the to unit.
- Use the instant result, or copy it with the copy button.
mA to amps chart
| mA | amps |
|---|---|
| 1 mA | 0.001 A |
| 10 mA | 0.01 A |
| 100 mA | 0.1 A |
| 1,000 mA | 1 A |
| 10,000 mA | 10 A |
Formula
A = mA x 0.001
Example: 1 mA = 0.001 A.
Source
SI ampere definitions and decimal SI prefixes from BIPM and NIST.
Common questions
How do I convert mA to amps?
Enter the mA value in the converter, or multiply by the factor shown in the formula. 1 mA = 0.001 A.
What should I watch out for?
Changing from amps to milliamps changes the prefix only; it does not change the physical current.
Where does this electric current conversion come from?
SI ampere definitions and decimal SI prefixes from BIPM and NIST. ConverterBase uses stable definitions and fixed conversion factors, not live or rounded market data.