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Megavolt-Ampere [MVA] to Gigavolt-Ampere [GVA] Converter

Quick Reference

1 Megavolt-Ampere (MVA) = 0.001 Gigavolt-Ampere (GVA)

1 Gigavolt-Ampere (GVA) = 1000 Megavolt-Ampere (MVA)

How to Convert Megavolt-Ampere to Gigavolt-Ampere

1 MVA = 0.001 GVA
1 GVA = 1000 MVA

To convert Megavolt-Ampere to Gigavolt-Ampere, divide the value by 1000 (equivalently, multiply by 0.001). To convert Gigavolt-Ampere back to Megavolt-Ampere, multiply by 1000.

Example: convert 10 MVA to GVA:
10 MVA = 10 x 0.001 = 0.01 GVA

↔ Convert Gigavolt-Ampere to Megavolt-Ampere

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

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 to Gigavolt-Ampere Conversion Table

Megavolt-Ampere [MVA]Gigavolt-Ampere [GVA]
1 MVA0.001 GVA
2 MVA0.002 GVA
5 MVA0.005 GVA
10 MVA0.01 GVA
20 MVA0.02 GVA
50 MVA0.05 GVA
100 MVA0.1 GVA
200 MVA0.2 GVA
500 MVA0.5 GVA
1000 MVA1 GVA

Common Megavolt-Ampere to Gigavolt-Ampere conversions

  • 1 MVA = 0.001 GVA
  • 2 MVA = 0.002 GVA
  • 3 MVA = 0.003 GVA
  • 4 MVA = 0.004 GVA
  • 5 MVA = 0.005 GVA
  • 6 MVA = 0.006 GVA
  • 7 MVA = 0.007 GVA
  • 8 MVA = 0.008 GVA
  • 9 MVA = 0.009 GVA
  • 10 MVA = 0.01 GVA
  • 12 MVA = 0.012 GVA
  • 15 MVA = 0.015 GVA
  • 20 MVA = 0.02 GVA
  • 25 MVA = 0.025 GVA
  • 30 MVA = 0.03 GVA
  • 40 MVA = 0.04 GVA
  • 50 MVA = 0.05 GVA
  • 60 MVA = 0.06 GVA
  • 75 MVA = 0.075 GVA
  • 100 MVA = 0.1 GVA
  • 150 MVA = 0.15 GVA
  • 200 MVA = 0.2 GVA
  • 250 MVA = 0.25 GVA
  • 300 MVA = 0.3 GVA
  • 500 MVA = 0.5 GVA
  • 750 MVA = 0.75 GVA
  • 1,000 MVA = 1 GVA

Megavolt-Ampere [MVA] to Gigavolt-Ampere [GVA] Converter

What is 1 MVA in GVA?
1 Megavolt-Ampere (MVA) equals 0.001 GVA, and 1 GVA equals 1,000 MVA.
How do I convert Megavolt-Ampere to Gigavolt-Ampere?
Divide by 1,000: 10 MVA ÷ 1,000 = 0.01 GVA. The converter above does it for any value, with the precision you choose.
What is 100 MVA in GVA?
100 MVA = 0.1 GVA. Common amounts are listed on this page, each with its own step-by-step page.
Is a Megavolt-Ampere bigger than a Gigavolt-Ampere?
No. 1 MVA is only 0.001 GVA: it takes 1,000 MVA to make 1 GVA.
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