Millivolt-Ampere [mVA] to Megavolt-Ampere [MVA] Converter
Quick Reference
1 Millivolt-Ampere (mVA) = 1.0000e-9 Megavolt-Ampere (MVA)
1 Megavolt-Ampere (MVA) = 1000000000 Millivolt-Ampere (mVA)
How to Convert Millivolt-Ampere to Megavolt-Ampere
1 mVA = 1e-9 MVA
1 MVA = 1000000000 mVA
To convert Millivolt-Ampere to Megavolt-Ampere, divide the value by 1000000000 (equivalently, multiply by 1.0000e-9). To convert Megavolt-Ampere back to Millivolt-Ampere, multiply by 1000000000.
Example: convert 10 mVA to MVA:
10 mVA = 10 x 1e-9 = 1e-8 MVA
Millivolt-Ampere
Definition: A millivolt-ampere (mVA) is a unit of measurement for apparent power, equal to one-thousandth of a VA (Volt-Ampere). It is used to quantify smaller amounts of apparent power in AC electrical circuits.
History/origin: The millivolt-ampere (mVA) is a derivative of the VA (Volt-Ampere). The 'milli-' prefix denotes a factor of 10^-3, making mVA suitable for measuring smaller apparent power quantities.
Current use: mVA are used in applications where precise measurement of small apparent power quantities is needed, such as in electronic circuits and small power electronic devices. They can also be used in detailed power system analysis and simulation studies.
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.
Millivolt-Ampere to Megavolt-Ampere Conversion Table
| Millivolt-Ampere [mVA] | Megavolt-Ampere [MVA] |
|---|---|
| 1 mVA | 1e-9 MVA |
| 2 mVA | 2e-9 MVA |
| 5 mVA | 5e-9 MVA |
| 10 mVA | 1e-8 MVA |
| 20 mVA | 2e-8 MVA |
| 50 mVA | 5.0000000000000004e-8 MVA |
| 100 mVA | 1.0000000000000001e-7 MVA |
| 200 mVA | 2.0000000000000002e-7 MVA |
| 500 mVA | 5e-7 MVA |
| 1000 mVA | 0.000001 MVA |
Common pairs of Apparent Power
Volt-Ampere
Millivolt-Ampere
Kilovolt-Ampere
Megavolt-Ampere