Convert Kilovolt-amperes to Metric Horsepower

Use our accurate converter to change kilovolt-amperes into metric horsepower. This tool is simple to use and works instantly.

How to Calculate

To change kilovolt-amperes to metric horsepower, you just need to know the conversion factor.

Rule: 1 Kilovolt-amperes = 1.3596230037 Metric Horsepower

Kilovolt-amperes to Metric Horsepower

Pre-defined calculator for direct kilovolt-amperes to metric horsepower conversion.

From

Kilovolt-amperes (kVA)

To (Result)

Metric Horsepower (ps)

Formula: 1 Kilovolt-amperes = 1.359623 Metric

Definition: Kilovolt-ampere (symbol: kVA) is a unit of apparent power in an electrical circuit.

History: Used to determine the total amount of energy flowing through a system before efficiency losses (power factor).

Where it is used: Standard rating for electrical transformers, generators, and UPS systems.

Calculation: To convert kilovolt-amperes to metric horsepower, multiply the value by the conversion factor (1.3596230037).

Example: convert 15 kva to ps:
15 kva = 15 × 1.3596230037 ps = 20.394345056 ps

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