Enter the horsepower and power factor into the calculator to determine the kVA, or enter the kVA and power factor to determine the horsepower.
| Horsepower (HP) to kVA | kVA to Horsepower (HP) |
|---|---|
| 1 hp = 0.933 kVA | 5 kVA = 5.362 hp |
| 2 hp = 1.865 kVA | 10 kVA = 10.724 hp |
| 5 hp = 4.663 kVA | 15 kVA = 16.086 hp |
| 7.5 hp = 6.994 kVA | 20 kVA = 21.448 hp |
| 10 hp = 9.325 kVA | 25 kVA = 26.810 hp |
| 15 hp = 13.988 kVA | 30 kVA = 32.172 hp |
| 20 hp = 18.650 kVA | 40 kVA = 42.895 hp |
| 30 hp = 27.975 kVA | 50 kVA = 53.619 hp |
| 50 hp = 46.625 kVA | 75 kVA = 80.429 hp |
| 100 hp = 93.250 kVA | 100 kVA = 107.239 hp |
| Formulas (matching this calculator): kVA = (HP × 0.746) ÷ PF and HP = (kVA × PF) ÷ 0.746. Table assumes PF = 0.8 and 1 hp = 0.746 kW. | |
| Horsepower (HP) to kVA | kVA to Horsepower (HP) |
|---|---|
| 1.5 hp = 1.243 kVA | 10 kVA = 12.064 hp |
| 3 hp = 2.487 kVA | 20 kVA = 24.129 hp |
| 7.5 hp = 6.217 kVA | 30 kVA = 36.193 hp |
| 10 hp = 8.289 kVA | 45 kVA = 54.289 hp |
| 25 hp = 20.722 kVA | 60 kVA = 72.386 hp |
| 40 hp = 33.156 kVA | 75 kVA = 90.483 hp |
| 60 hp = 49.733 kVA | 100 kVA = 120.643 hp |
| 75 hp = 62.167 kVA | 125 kVA = 150.804 hp |
| 150 hp = 124.333 kVA | 150 kVA = 180.965 hp |
| 200 hp = 165.778 kVA | 200 kVA = 241.287 hp |
| Formulas (matching this calculator): kVA = (HP × 0.746) ÷ PF and HP = (kVA × PF) ÷ 0.746. Table assumes PF = 0.9 and 1 hp = 0.746 kW. | |
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Hp to kVA Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the kVA from horsepower and power factor.
kVA = (Hp * 0.746) / PF
Variables:
- kVA is the apparent power in kilovolt-amperes
- Hp is the horsepower
- PF is the power factor
To calculate the kVA, multiply the horsepower by 0.746 and then divide by the power factor.
What is Horsepower to kVA Conversion?
Horsepower to kVA conversion is the process of converting the power output of an engine or motor (measured in horsepower) to the apparent power (measured in kilovolt-amperes). This conversion is essential in electrical engineering and power systems to ensure that the electrical supply can handle the power requirements of the machinery. The power factor, which is a measure of how effectively the electrical power is being used, plays a crucial role in this conversion.
How to Calculate Hp to kVA?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Hp to kVA.
- First, determine the horsepower (Hp) of the motor or engine.
- Next, determine the power factor (PF) of the system.
- Next, calculate the kVA using the formula kVA = (Hp * 0.746) / PF.
- Finally, verify the calculated kVA with the given values.
- After inserting the values and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Horsepower (Hp) = 10
Power Factor (PF) = 0.8
kVA = (10 * 0.746) / 0.8 = 9.325 kVA