Millivolt-Ampere [mVA] to Kilovolt-Ampere [kVA] Converter
Quick Reference
1 Millivolt-Ampere (mVA) = 1.0000e-6 Kilovolt-Ampere (kVA)
1 Kilovolt-Ampere (kVA) = 1000000 Millivolt-Ampere (mVA)
How to Convert Millivolt-Ampere to Kilovolt-Ampere
1 mVA = 0.000001 kVA
1 kVA = 1000000 mVA
To convert Millivolt-Ampere to Kilovolt-Ampere, divide the value by 1000000 (equivalently, multiply by 1.0000e-6). To convert Kilovolt-Ampere back to Millivolt-Ampere, multiply by 1000000.
Example: convert 10 mVA to kVA:
10 mVA = 10 x 0.000001 = 0.000009999999999999999 kVA
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.
Kilovolt-Ampere
Definition: A kilovolt-ampere (kVA) is a unit of measurement for apparent power, equal to 1000 VA (Volt-Amperes). Apparent power is the product of the root mean square (RMS) voltage and the RMS current.
History/origin: The kilovolt-ampere (kVA) is based on the concept of apparent power. The 'kilo-' prefix indicates a factor of 1000, making kVA a more convenient unit for larger apparent power quantities.
Current use: kVA are commonly used to measure and manage apparent power in industrial and commercial power systems. They are used in specifying the size of generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment, as well as in billing customers for electricity consumption.
Millivolt-Ampere to Kilovolt-Ampere Conversion Table
| Millivolt-Ampere [mVA] | Kilovolt-Ampere [kVA] |
|---|---|
| 1 mVA | 0.000001 kVA |
| 2 mVA | 0.000002 kVA |
| 5 mVA | 0.000005 kVA |
| 10 mVA | 0.00001 kVA |
| 20 mVA | 0.00002 kVA |
| 50 mVA | 0.00005 kVA |
| 100 mVA | 0.0001 kVA |
| 200 mVA | 0.0002 kVA |
| 500 mVA | 0.0005 kVA |
| 1000 mVA | 0.001 kVA |
Common pairs of Apparent Power
Volt-Ampere
Millivolt-Ampere
Kilovolt-Ampere
Megavolt-Ampere