Gigavolt-Ampere [GVA] to Megavolt-Ampere [MVA] Converter
Quick Reference
1 Gigavolt-Ampere (GVA) = 1000 Megavolt-Ampere (MVA)
1 Megavolt-Ampere (MVA) = 0.001 Gigavolt-Ampere (GVA)
How to Convert Gigavolt-Ampere to Megavolt-Ampere
1 GVA = 1000 MVA
1 MVA = 0.001 GVA
To convert Gigavolt-Ampere to Megavolt-Ampere, multiply the value by 1000. To convert Megavolt-Ampere back to Gigavolt-Ampere, divide by 1000.
Example: convert 10 GVA to MVA:
10 GVA = 10 x 1000 = 10000 MVA
Gigavolt-Ampere
Definition: A gigavolt-ampere (GVA) is a unit of measurement for apparent power, equal to 1,000,000,000 VA (Volt-Amperes).
History/origin: The gigavolt-ampere (GVA) is based on the concept of apparent power. The 'giga-' prefix indicates a factor of 1,000,000,000, making GVA suitable for extremely large apparent power quantities.
Current use: GVA are used to measure and manage apparent power in very large power systems and transmission networks. It is typically used to specify the capacity of large power plants and interconnection lines between regional grids.
Megavolt-Ampere
Definition: A megavolt-ampere (MVA) is a unit of measurement for apparent power, equal to 1,000,000 VA (Volt-Amperes).
History/origin: The megavolt-ampere (MVA) is based on the concept of apparent power. The 'mega-' prefix indicates a factor of 1,000,000, making MVA suitable for very large apparent power quantities.
Current use: MVA are used to measure and manage apparent power in large power systems and transmission networks. It is typically used to specify the capacity of generators, transformers, and transmission lines in power grids.
Gigavolt-Ampere to Megavolt-Ampere Conversion Table
| Gigavolt-Ampere [GVA] | Megavolt-Ampere [MVA] |
|---|---|
| 1 GVA | 1000 MVA |
| 2 GVA | 2000 MVA |
| 5 GVA | 5000 MVA |
| 10 GVA | 10000 MVA |
| 20 GVA | 20000 MVA |
| 50 GVA | 50000 MVA |
| 100 GVA | 100000 MVA |
| 200 GVA | 200000 MVA |
| 500 GVA | 500000 MVA |
| 1000 GVA | 1000000 MVA |
Common pairs of Apparent Power
Volt-Ampere
Millivolt-Ampere
Kilovolt-Ampere
Megavolt-Ampere