Volt-Ampere Reactive [VAR] to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive [GVAR] Converter
Quick Reference
1 Volt-Ampere Reactive (VAR) = 1.0000e-9 Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive (GVAR)
1 Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive (GVAR) = 1000000000 Volt-Ampere Reactive (VAR)
How to Convert Volt-Ampere Reactive to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive
1 VAR = 1e-9 GVAR
1 GVAR = 1000000000 VAR
To convert Volt-Ampere Reactive to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive, divide the value by 1000000000 (equivalently, multiply by 1.0000e-9). To convert Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive back to Volt-Ampere Reactive, multiply by 1000000000.
Example: convert 10 VAR to GVAR:
10 VAR = 10 x 1e-9 = 1e-8 GVAR
Volt-Ampere Reactive
Definition: Volt-Ampere Reactive (VAR) is a unit of measurement for reactive power in an AC (alternating current) electrical system. Reactive power represents the energy that oscillates between the source and the load without performing any real work. It is the imaginary part of apparent power and is crucial for maintaining voltage levels and stable operation of electrical grids.
History/origin: The concept of reactive power arose with the development of AC power systems in the late 19th century. Engineers realized that AC circuits not only delivered real power (measured in watts) but also involved reactive power due to the presence of inductive and capacitive elements. The term 'Volt-Ampere Reactive' was formalized to quantify this reactive power component.
Current use: VARs are extensively used in power system analysis, design, and control. Power companies monitor and manage reactive power flow to ensure voltage stability, minimize transmission losses, and optimize the efficiency of electrical grids. VAR compensation devices, such as capacitor banks and static VAR compensators (SVCs), are employed to regulate reactive power levels in the system.
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.
Volt-Ampere Reactive to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive Conversion Table
| Volt-Ampere Reactive [VAR] | Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive [GVAR] |
|---|---|
| 1 VAR | 1e-9 GVAR |
| 2 VAR | 2e-9 GVAR |
| 5 VAR | 5e-9 GVAR |
| 10 VAR | 1e-8 GVAR |
| 20 VAR | 2e-8 GVAR |
| 50 VAR | 5e-8 GVAR |
| 100 VAR | 1e-7 GVAR |
| 200 VAR | 2e-7 GVAR |
| 500 VAR | 5e-7 GVAR |
| 1000 VAR | 0.000001 GVAR |
Common pairs of Reactive Power
Volt-Ampere Reactive
Millivolt-Ampere Reactive
Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive
Megavolt-Ampere Reactive