What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to transform power values measured in kilovolt ampere, a unit of apparent power in AC electrical systems, into electric horsepower, which rates the output power of electric motors.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in kilovolt ampere [kV*A]
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Select the input unit as kilovolt ampere [kV*A]
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Choose the output unit as electric horsepower
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Click convert to see the equivalent power in horsepower (electric)
Key Features
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Supports conversion of apparent power in kilovolt ampere to electric horsepower
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Includes common use cases for electrical systems and motor rating
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Provides an easy method to relate electrical and mechanical power units
Examples
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2 kilovolt ampere equals approximately 2.68 horsepower (electric)
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5 kilovolt ampere corresponds to about 6.70 horsepower (electric)
Common Use Cases
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Rating transformers and generators for apparent power capacity
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Sizing electric motors and their controllers in industrial equipment
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Converting between electrical apparent power and motor output power for specifications
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Planning power distribution in buildings and data centers
Tips & Best Practices
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Consider power factor when interpreting kilovolt ampere values due to reactive power components
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Use this conversion to compare electrical system capacity with mechanical motor power ratings
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Verify the definition of horsepower in your context, as electric horsepower is fixed at 746 watts
Limitations
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Kilovolt ampere measures apparent power including reactive power, not directly usable mechanical power
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Power factor must be accounted for precise or practical power comparisons
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Electric horsepower is defined exactly as 746 watts, but other horsepower definitions may vary
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a kilovolt ampere (kV*A)?
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It is a unit of apparent power in AC systems equal to 1,000 volt-amperes, representing RMS voltage multiplied by RMS current without considering power factor.
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What does electric horsepower represent?
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Electric horsepower is a power unit used to rate electric motors, defined exactly as 746 watts, equating to the mechanical power output from an electric motor.
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Why is power factor important in this conversion?
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Power factor affects the relationship between apparent power in kV*A and real mechanical power, so it must be considered for accurate power evaluation.
Key Terminology
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Kilovolt Ampere (kV*A)
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A unit of apparent power in AC electrical systems equal to 1,000 volt-amperes, representing the product of RMS voltage and RMS current without considering phase angle.
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Electric Horsepower
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A unit of power rating electric motors, defined as exactly 746 watts, indicating the mechanical power output equivalent of an electric machine.
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Apparent Power
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The total power in an AC circuit, including both real and reactive power components, measured in units like kilovolt amperes.
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Power Factor
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The phase angle ratio between real power and apparent power in AC electrical systems, important for accurate power measurement.