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Power Factor

Power factor compares real power with the RMS-based apparent power.

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Power Factor

Power · 2 inputs

Calculated result0.8ratio
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How to use this calculator

  1. Enter real power in W.
  2. Enter apparent power in VA.
  3. Select Calculate and keep the output unit with the answer.

Before you use the answer

Check the component connections and unit prefixes before copying a result into a circuit notebook. These tools describe ideal, introductory circuits. They do not replace datasheets, thermal checks, isolation requirements or qualified design work, and they are not intended for mains installation decisions.

For this consuming-load model the ratio is between zero and one.

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Why might a result be approximate?

Measurement uncertainty, ideal-model assumptions and floating-point rounding can all matter. Displaying more digits does not improve the original measurement.

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