Apparent Power Converter
Practical Applications
Sizing of electrical systems, power factor analysis, generation and distribution of electrical power.
Historical Context
The need to quantify apparent power arose with the growth of alternating current electrical networks in the early 20th century.
Did You Know?
The volt-ampere (VA) and the watt (W) have the same physical dimensions, but are intentionally distinct to differentiate apparent power from real power in AC systems.
Common pairs of Apparent Power