Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive [kVAR] to Megavolt-Ampere Reactive [MVAR] Converter
Quick Reference
1 Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive (kVAR) = 0.001 Megavolt-Ampere Reactive (MVAR)
1 Megavolt-Ampere Reactive (MVAR) = 1000 Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive (kVAR)
How to Convert Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive to Megavolt-Ampere Reactive
1 kVAR = 0.001 MVAR
1 MVAR = 1000 kVAR
To convert Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive to Megavolt-Ampere Reactive, divide the value by 1000 (equivalently, multiply by 0.001). To convert Megavolt-Ampere Reactive back to Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive, multiply by 1000.
Example: convert 10 kVAR to MVAR:
10 kVAR = 10 x 0.001 = 0.01 MVAR
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.
Megavolt-Ampere Reactive
Definition: A megavolt-ampere reactive (MVAR) is a unit of measurement for reactive power, equal to 1,000,000 VAR (Volt-Amperes Reactive).
History/origin: The megavolt-ampere reactive (MVAR) is based on the concept of reactive power in AC systems. The 'mega-' prefix indicates a factor of 1,000,000, making MVAR suitable for very large reactive power quantities.
Current use: MVARs are used to measure and manage reactive power in large power systems and transmission networks. It is typically used to specify the size of reactive power compensation equipment used in transmission and distribution systems.
Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive to Megavolt-Ampere Reactive Conversion Table
| Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive [kVAR] | Megavolt-Ampere Reactive [MVAR] |
|---|---|
| 1 kVAR | 0.001 MVAR |
| 2 kVAR | 0.002 MVAR |
| 5 kVAR | 0.005 MVAR |
| 10 kVAR | 0.01 MVAR |
| 20 kVAR | 0.02 MVAR |
| 50 kVAR | 0.05 MVAR |
| 100 kVAR | 0.1 MVAR |
| 200 kVAR | 0.2 MVAR |
| 500 kVAR | 0.5 MVAR |
| 1000 kVAR | 1 MVAR |
Common pairs of Reactive Power
Volt-Ampere Reactive
Millivolt-Ampere Reactive
Kilovolt-Ampere Reactive
Megavolt-Ampere Reactive