Kilovolt-Ampere to Volt-Ampere Converter
Conversion Formula
Factor
Formula
Unit Description
Kilovolt-Ampere (kVA)
Definition
Kilovolt-ampere (kVA) is a unit of apparent power equal to one thousand volt-amperes. It's widely used for rating large AC electrical equipment, transformers, and electrical systems where apparent power is the primary concern.
History
Kilovolt-ampere became standard with the growth of large AC electrical systems and power distribution. It provided an appropriate scale for rating transformers, generators, and large electrical equipment where apparent power capacity was the critical specification.
Current Use
Kilovolt-amperes are extensively used for transformer ratings, generator specifications, large UPS systems, and electrical distribution equipment. They're standard for power system design, electrical equipment ratings, and AC power capacity specifications.
Volt-Ampere (VA)
Definition
Volt-ampere (VA) is a unit of apparent power in AC electrical systems, representing the product of voltage and current. It differs from watts (real power) in AC systems where voltage and current may not be in phase.
History
Volt-ampere became important with the development of AC electrical systems, where the distinction between apparent power and real power became crucial. It provided a way to specify the total power capacity of AC electrical equipment regardless of power factor.
Current Use
Volt-amperes are used for AC electrical equipment ratings, transformer specifications, and electrical system design. They're standard for UPS ratings, transformer capacity, and AC electrical equipment where apparent power is more relevant than real power.
Conversion Table
Kilovolt-Ampere(kVA) | Volt-Ampere(VA) |
---|---|
1 | 1,000 |
2 | 2,000 |
3 | 3,000 |
4 | 4,000 |
5 | 5,000 |
6 | 6,000 |
7 | 7,000 |
8 | 8,000 |
9 | 9,000 |
10 | 10,000 |
Conversion Examples
Convert 1 Kilovolt-Ampere to Volt-Ampere
- Conversion Factor: 1 kVA = 1,000 VA
- Conversion Formula: VA = kVA × 1,000
- Calculation: 1 kVA × 1,000 = 1,000 VA
Convert 10 Kilovolt-Ampere to Volt-Ampere
- Conversion Factor: 1 kVA = 1,000 VA
- Conversion Formula: VA = kVA × 1,000
- Calculation: 10 kVA × 1,000 = 10,000 VA
Convert 100 Kilovolt-Ampere to Volt-Ampere
- Conversion Factor: 1 kVA = 1,000 VA
- Conversion Formula: VA = kVA × 1,000
- Calculation: 100 kVA × 1,000 = 100,000 VA
Convert 1,000 Kilovolt-Ampere to Volt-Ampere
- Conversion Factor: 1 kVA = 1,000 VA
- Conversion Formula: VA = kVA × 1,000
- Calculation: 1,000 kVA × 1,000 = 1e+6 VA