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kVA to kW Converter

Real power

Enter kVA and power factor

How this calculator works

How to use the kVA to kW Converter

The Formula

kW = kVA × power factor. Power factor is the ratio of real power to apparent power in AC systems.

Practical Example

Resistive loads (heaters) are near 1.0. Motors and fluorescent lighting are often 0.7–0.9. Poor power factor increases current and may incur utility penalties.

About kVA to kW Converter

kVA to kW formula

kW = kVA × power factor. Power factor is the ratio of real power to apparent power in AC systems.

Typical power factors

Resistive loads (heaters) are near 1.0. Motors and fluorescent lighting are often 0.7–0.9. Poor power factor increases current and may incur utility penalties.