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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 = 1.0000e-6 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

↔ Convert Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive

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 GVAR1000000 kVAR
2 GVAR2000000 kVAR
5 GVAR5000000 kVAR
10 GVAR10000000 kVAR
20 GVAR20000000 kVAR
50 GVAR50000000 kVAR
100 GVAR100000000 kVAR
200 GVAR200000000 kVAR
500 GVAR500000000 kVAR
1000 GVAR1000000000 kVAR

Common Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive conversions

  • 1 GVAR = 1,000,000 kVAR
  • 2 GVAR = 2,000,000 kVAR
  • 3 GVAR = 3,000,000 kVAR
  • 4 GVAR = 4,000,000 kVAR
  • 5 GVAR = 5,000,000 kVAR
  • 6 GVAR = 6,000,000 kVAR
  • 7 GVAR = 7,000,000 kVAR
  • 8 GVAR = 8,000,000 kVAR
  • 9 GVAR = 9,000,000 kVAR
  • 10 GVAR = 10,000,000 kVAR
  • 12 GVAR = 12,000,000 kVAR
  • 15 GVAR = 15,000,000 kVAR
  • 20 GVAR = 20,000,000 kVAR
  • 25 GVAR = 25,000,000 kVAR
  • 30 GVAR = 30,000,000 kVAR
  • 40 GVAR = 40,000,000 kVAR
  • 50 GVAR = 50,000,000 kVAR
  • 60 GVAR = 60,000,000 kVAR
  • 75 GVAR = 75,000,000 kVAR
  • 100 GVAR = 100,000,000 kVAR
  • 150 GVAR = 150,000,000 kVAR
  • 200 GVAR = 200,000,000 kVAR
  • 250 GVAR = 250,000,000 kVAR
  • 300 GVAR = 300,000,000 kVAR
  • 500 GVAR = 500,000,000 kVAR
  • 750 GVAR = 750,000,000 kVAR
  • 1,000 GVAR = 1,000,000,000 kVAR

Common pairs of Reactive Power

Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive [GVAR] to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive [kVAR] Converter

What is 1 GVAR in kVAR?
1 Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive (GVAR) equals 1,000,000 kVAR, and 1 kVAR equals 0.000001 GVAR.
How do I convert Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive?
Multiply by 1,000,000: 10 GVAR × 1,000,000 = 10,000,000 kVAR. The converter above does it for any value, with the precision you choose.
What is 100 GVAR in kVAR?
100 GVAR = 100,000,000 kVAR. Common amounts are listed on this page, each with its own step-by-step page.
Is a Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive bigger than a Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive?
Yes. 1 GVAR = 1,000,000 kVAR, so the same quantity becomes a larger number when written in kVAR.
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