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    Aug 23, 2010, 04:25 PM
    Convert kva to kw
    How to conver kva to kw
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    Aug 23, 2010, 05:20 PM

    VA = watts. Volts * Amps.

    For reactive loads it's necessary to know VA.

    I believe that watts takes into the account of the phase angle W=VA*cos(theta) where VA does not.

    Hence, VA is needed to size generators.

    <PS: Changed title to match question>
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