Area, Units & Measurements
KW
Kilowatt
A unit used to measure electrical power.
Detailed Explanation
Kilowatt, commonly abbreviated as KW, is a unit used to measure electrical power. It may be relevant when discussing electrical consumption, equipment capacity or power requirements.
In Plain Terms
KW is a common measurement of electrical power. You may see it when discussing how much electricity a property or business uses.
Conversion between KW and KVA depends on the applicable power factor.
Related Terms
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