HP to kVA Calculator

Convert Horsepower (HP) to Kilovolt-Amps (kVA) based on power factor and efficiency.

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Motor Specs

Estimated Apparent Power

-- kVA
Real Power: -- kW
Calculation formula here

Understanding the Conversion

Horsepower (HP) is a measure of mechanical power output, while Kilovolt-Amps (kVA) is a measure of apparent electrical power. This conversion is useful for sizing generators or transformers to supply a motor.

  • Real Power (kW): (HP × 746) / (1000 × Efficiency)
  • Apparent Power (kVA): kW / Power Factor

Formula Used:

kVA = (HP × 746) / (1000 × PF × Eff)

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