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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 = 1.0000e-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 1.0000e-9 = 1.0000e-8 GVAR

↔ Convert Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive to Volt-Ampere Reactive

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 VAR1.0000e-9 GVAR
2 VAR2.0000e-9 GVAR
5 VAR5.0000e-9 GVAR
10 VAR1.0000e-8 GVAR
20 VAR2.0000e-8 GVAR
50 VAR5.0000e-8 GVAR
100 VAR1.0000e-7 GVAR
200 VAR2.0000e-7 GVAR
500 VAR5.0000e-7 GVAR
1000 VAR1.0000e-6 GVAR

Common Volt-Ampere Reactive to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive conversions

  • 1 VAR = 0.000000001 GVAR
  • 2 VAR = 0.000000002 GVAR
  • 3 VAR = 0.000000003 GVAR
  • 4 VAR = 0.000000004 GVAR
  • 5 VAR = 0.000000005 GVAR
  • 6 VAR = 0.000000006 GVAR
  • 7 VAR = 0.000000007 GVAR
  • 8 VAR = 0.000000008 GVAR
  • 9 VAR = 0.000000009 GVAR
  • 10 VAR = 0.00000001 GVAR
  • 12 VAR = 0.000000012 GVAR
  • 15 VAR = 0.000000015 GVAR
  • 20 VAR = 0.00000002 GVAR
  • 25 VAR = 0.000000025 GVAR
  • 30 VAR = 0.00000003 GVAR
  • 40 VAR = 0.00000004 GVAR
  • 50 VAR = 0.00000005 GVAR
  • 60 VAR = 0.00000006 GVAR
  • 75 VAR = 0.000000075 GVAR
  • 100 VAR = 0.0000001 GVAR
  • 150 VAR = 0.00000015 GVAR
  • 200 VAR = 0.0000002 GVAR
  • 250 VAR = 0.00000025 GVAR
  • 300 VAR = 0.0000003 GVAR
  • 500 VAR = 0.0000005 GVAR
  • 750 VAR = 0.00000075 GVAR
  • 1,000 VAR = 0.000001 GVAR

Common pairs of Reactive Power

Volt-Ampere Reactive [VAR] to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive [GVAR] Converter

What is 1 VAR in GVAR?
1 Volt-Ampere Reactive (VAR) equals 0.000000001 GVAR, and 1 GVAR equals 1,000,000,000 VAR.
How do I convert Volt-Ampere Reactive to Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive?
Divide by 1,000,000,000: 10 VAR ÷ 1,000,000,000 = 0.00000001 GVAR. The converter above does it for any value, with the precision you choose.
What is 100 VAR in GVAR?
100 VAR = 0.0000001 GVAR. Common amounts are listed on this page, each with its own step-by-step page.
Is a Volt-Ampere Reactive bigger than a Gigavolt-Ampere Reactive?
No. 1 VAR is only 0.000000001 GVAR: it takes 1,000,000,000 VAR to make 1 GVAR.
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