Convert Metric Horsepower to Kilovolt-amperes

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

How to Calculate

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

Rule: 1 Metric Horsepower = 0.735498 Kilovolt-amperes

Metric Horsepower to Kilovolt-amperes

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

From

Metric Horsepower (ps)

To (Result)

Kilovolt-amperes (kVA)

Formula: 1 Metric = 0.735498 Kilovolt-amperes

Definition: Pferdestärke (symbol: PS), also known as metric horsepower, is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.49875 watts.

History: Developed in Germany to metricate the original English horsepower definition.

Where it is used: Primarily used in Europe and South Asia for specifying power in the automotive industry.

Calculation: To convert metric horsepower to kilovolt-amperes, multiply the value by the conversion factor (0.735498).

Example: convert 15 ps to kva:
15 ps = 15 × 0.735498 kva = 11.03247 kva

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