Convert kilovolt ampere to pound-foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert kilovolt ampere [kV*A] to pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min], or Convert pound-foot/minute to kilovolt ampere.
How to Convert Kilovolt Ampere to Pound-Foot/minute
1 kV*A = 44253.7403261324 lbf*ft/min
Example: convert 15 kV*A to lbf*ft/min:
15 kV*A = 15 × 44253.7403261324 lbf*ft/min = 663806.104891985 lbf*ft/min
Kilovolt Ampere to Pound-Foot/minute Conversion Table
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Kilovolt Ampere
A kilovolt ampere (kV·A) is a unit of apparent power in an electrical circuit, equal to 1,000 volt-amperes, representing the product of voltage in kilovolts and current in amperes.
History/Origin
The kilovolt ampere emerged as a standard unit for measuring apparent power in electrical engineering, especially with the adoption of the SI system, to quantify the capacity of electrical equipment such as transformers and generators.
Current Use
Today, the kilovolt ampere is widely used in power systems to specify the capacity of electrical devices, particularly in the context of transformers, generators, and power distribution systems, facilitating the design and analysis of electrical networks.
Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.