GPU Meter Reading. Kw Or KVA

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Fordean

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Electrical Contractor
Called Public service for High Demand on meters. For 11 Meters

They Quoted me and totaled to 176.8 Kva or KW. Didnt ask which (Kw Or Kva). I believe its Kw. So I need to Convert to KVA. if so or

Question is the meter Readings I recieved in Kw or Kva. Just to clarify my question.

Service is 120/208 3 Phase
 
Power Factor

Power Factor

Most likely the utility gave you kW. Divide it by the power factor to get kVA. 100kW / 0.8pf = 125kVA. The power factor will depend on the types of loads. Motor loads, 0.7-0.8; residential, 0.9; mixed commercial, 0.8-0.9.
 
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