ReactivePower Converter
Convert reactive power units like VAR (volt-ampere reactive) and kilovolt-amperes reactive (kVAR).
About ReactivePower Converter
Reactive power, measured in VAR and kVAR, affects power-factor penalties and grid stability. Tooloria’s Reactive Power Converter translates VAR↔kVAR↔MVAR and derives true power and apparent power when voltage, current and phase angle are provided. Engineers can see how capacitor banks correct power factor, all without uploading sensitive network data.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you calculate VAR from kVA and PF?
VAR = kVA × sin(acos(PF)). Enter either kVA and PF or voltage, current and phase angle; the converter fills the rest.
Can I size a capacitor bank?
Yes—input existing kW, target PF and system voltage; the tool outputs required kVAR compensating capacity.
Do you include sign conventions?
Positive VAR denotes lagging (inductive) load; negative indicates leading (capacitive). The UI colours values accordingly.