Watts to kVA Calculator

Convert watts to kVA using power factor. Calculate the apparent power rating needed for your electrical load.

W

APPARENT POWER

5.88 kVA

IN VA

5,882 VA

FORMULA

kVA = W/(PFΓ—1000)

πŸ’‘ How to Convert Watts to kVA

Formula

kVA = W / (PF Γ— 1,000)

Example: 5,000W at PF=0.85 β†’ kVA = 5,000 / (0.85 Γ— 1,000) = 5.88 kVA

When sizing a UPS, convert your total wattage to kVA to ensure the UPS can handle both the real and reactive power components.

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