Convert kilovolt ampere to pferdestarke
Please provide values below to convert kilovolt ampere [kV*A] to pferdestarke [ps], or Convert pferdestarke to kilovolt ampere.
1 kV*A = 1.3596216173 ps. To convert kilovolt ampere to pferdestarke, multiply the value by 1.3596216173; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ps = 0.73549875 kV*A). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kV*A = 1.3596216173 ps
- 1 ps = 0.73549875 kV*A
- 10 kV*A = 13.596216173 ps
- 100 kV*A = 135.96216173 ps
How to Convert Kilovolt Ampere to Pferdestarke
1 kV*A = 1.3596216173039 ps
Example: convert 15 kV*A to ps:
15 kV*A = 15 × 1.3596216173039 ps = 20.3943242595586 ps
Kilovolt Ampere to Pferdestarke Conversion Table
| kilovolt ampere | pferdestarke |
|---|---|
| 1 kV*A | 1.3596216173 ps |
| 2 kV*A | 2.71924323461 ps |
| 3 kV*A | 4.07886485191 ps |
| 5 kV*A | 6.79810808652 ps |
| 10 kV*A | 13.596216173 ps |
| 20 kV*A | 27.1924323461 ps |
| 50 kV*A | 67.9810808652 ps |
| 100 kV*A | 135.96216173 ps |
| 500 kV*A | 679.810808652 ps |
| 1000 kV*A | 1359.6216173 ps |
Kilovolt Ampere
A kilovolt ampere (kV·A) is a unit of apparent power in an electrical circuit, equal to 1,000 volt-amperes, representing the product of voltage in kilovolts and current in amperes.
History/Origin
The kilovolt ampere emerged as a standard unit for measuring apparent power in electrical engineering, especially with the adoption of the SI system, to quantify the capacity of electrical equipment such as transformers and generators.
Current Use
Today, the kilovolt ampere is widely used in power systems to specify the capacity of electrical devices, particularly in the context of transformers, generators, and power distribution systems, facilitating the design and analysis of electrical networks.
Pferdestarke
The pferdestarke (ps) is a unit of power used primarily in Germany, equivalent to 735.5 watts.
History/Origin
The pferdestarke was introduced in the late 19th century as a metric unit of horsepower, named after the German word for 'horsepower'. It was used to measure engine power, especially in automotive and engineering contexts.
Current Use
Today, the pferdestarke is largely obsolete and replaced by the SI unit watt, but it is still occasionally used in historical references and in certain European countries for measuring engine power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilovolt ampere in pferdestarke?
1 kilovolt ampere (kV*A) = 1.3596216173 pferdestarke (ps).
How do you convert kilovolt ampere to pferdestarke?
Multiply the kilovolt ampere value by 1.3596216173. For example, 25 kV*A × 1.3596216173 = 33.9905404326 ps.
What is 10 kilovolt ampere in pferdestarke?
10 kV*A = 13.596216173 ps.
Which unit is larger, the kilovolt ampere or the pferdestarke?
The kilovolt ampere is the larger unit: 1 kV*A = 1.3596216173 ps.