Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive [GVAR] to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive [kVAR] Converter
Quick Reference
1 Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive (GVAR) = 1000000 Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive (kVAR)
1 Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive (kVAR) = 1.0000e-6 Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive (GVAR)
How to Convert Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive
1 GVAR = 1000000 kVAR
1 kVAR = 0.000001 GVAR
To convert Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive, multiply the value by 1000000. To convert Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive back to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive, divide by 1000000.
Example: convert 10 GVAR to kVAR:
10 GVAR = 10 x 1000000 = 10000000 kVAR
Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive
Definition: A gigavolt-ampere reactive (GVAR) is a unit of measurement for reactive power, equal to 1,000,000,000 VAR (Volt-Amperes Reactive).
History/origin: The gigavolt-ampere reactive (GVAR) is based on the concept of reactive power in AC systems. The 'giga-' prefix indicates a factor of 1,000,000,000, making GVAR suitable for extremely large reactive power quantities.
Current use: GVARs are used to measure and manage reactive power in very large power systems and transmission networks. It is typically used to specify the size of reactive power compensation equipment in national-level transmission systems.
Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive
Definition: A kilovolt-ampere reactive (kVAR) is a unit of measurement for reactive power, equal to 1000 VAR (Volt-Amperes Reactive). Reactive power represents the energy that oscillates between the source and the load without performing any real work.
History/origin: The kilovolt-ampere reactive (kVAR) is based on the concept of reactive power in AC systems, which emerged in the late 19th century. The 'kilo-' prefix indicates a factor of 1000, making kVAR a more convenient unit for larger reactive power quantities.
Current use: kVARs are commonly used to measure and manage reactive power in industrial and commercial power systems, as well as in distribution networks. They are used in specifying the size of reactive power compensation equipment, such as capacitor banks and reactors, used to improve power factor and voltage stability.
Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive Conversion Table
| Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive [GVAR] | Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive [kVAR] |
|---|---|
| 1 GVAR | 1000000 kVAR |
| 2 GVAR | 2000000 kVAR |
| 5 GVAR | 5000000 kVAR |
| 10 GVAR | 10000000 kVAR |
| 20 GVAR | 20000000 kVAR |
| 50 GVAR | 50000000 kVAR |
| 100 GVAR | 100000000 kVAR |
| 200 GVAR | 200000000 kVAR |
| 500 GVAR | 500000000 kVAR |
| 1000 GVAR | 1000000000 kVAR |
Common pairs of Reactive Power
Volt-Ampere Reactive
Millivolt-Ampere Reactive
Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive
Megavolt-Ampere Reactive