Convert 2 Volt-Ampere to Pferdestärke (PS) - Power

A list of units symbol and data.
From VA	To PS	All conversion
1 VA	0.0013596216173039043 PS
2 VA	0.0027192432346078085 PS
3 VA	0.004078864851911713 PS
4 VA	0.005438486469215617 PS
5 VA	0.006798108086519522 PS
6 VA	0.008157729703823426 PS
7 VA	0.00951735132112733 PS
8 VA	0.010876972938431234 PS
9 VA	0.01223659455573514 PS
10 VA	0.013596216173039044 PS

A list of units symbol and data.

From VA

To PS

All conversion

1 VA

0.0013596216173039043 PS

2 VA

0.0027192432346078085 PS

3 VA

0.004078864851911713 PS

4 VA

0.005438486469215617 PS

5 VA

0.006798108086519522 PS

6 VA

0.008157729703823426 PS

7 VA

0.00951735132112733 PS

8 VA

0.010876972938431234 PS

9 VA

0.01223659455573514 PS

10 VA

0.013596216173039044 PS

Exploring Volt-Ampere (VA)

The volt-ampere (VA) is a unit of apparent power in an electrical circuit, representing the product of the root mean square (RMS) voltage and RMS current. It is used to quantify the total power in AC circuits, encompassing both real power (watts) and reactive power (VARs).

In direct current (DC) circuits, 1 VA is equivalent to 1 watt, as there is no reactive power. However, in alternating current (AC) systems, especially those with inductive or capacitive loads, the VA rating indicates the total power the system must handle, regardless of how much is converted into useful work.

Understanding VA is essential when designing or evaluating electrical systems, as it ensures that components like transformers and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) are appropriately rated to handle the expected load without overheating or failing.

For instance, a device rated at 500 VA can handle a combination of voltage and current that multiplies to 500, but the actual usable power (in watts) may be less, depending on the power factor.

Pferdestärke (PS): Understanding Metric Horsepower

Pferdestärke, abbreviated as PS, is the German term for metric horsepower. It was established to quantify the power output of engines, particularly in Europe. One PS is defined as the power required to lift a mass of 75 kilograms against Earth's gravity over a distance of one meter in one second, equivalent to approximately 735.5 watts.

This unit was widely used in automotive contexts across Europe before the adoption of the International System of Units (SI), which uses the watt as the standard unit of power. Despite the shift to SI units, PS remains prevalent in car specifications and marketing materials within certain regions.

It's important to note that 1 PS is approximately equal to 0.9863 mechanical horsepower (hp). This slight difference arises from the distinct definitions and measurement standards between the metric and imperial systems.

Understanding PS is crucial for interpreting vehicle performance metrics, especially when comparing specifications from different regions or manufacturers.

1 Volt-Ampere = 1 Watt

Convert 2 VA → W

1 Volt-Ampere = 0.001 Kilowatt

Convert 2 VA → kW

1 Volt-Ampere = 0.000001 Megawatt

Convert 2 VA → MW

1 Volt-Ampere = 1e-9 Gigawatt

Convert 2 VA → GW

1 Volt-Ampere = 1e-12 Terawatt

Convert 2 VA → TW

1 Volt-Ampere = 1e-15 Petawatt

Convert 2 VA → PW