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his question recently came on from an apprentice named Josh.

Question:

I am stuck on this equation. Please can you help?

Determine the power factor for a 2kw load that draws 15A from a 230 V supply.

Answer:

then W divided by VA            2000 W          3450 VA     ie: ( 15A x 230V )

        2000 W    =  0.57 pf

       3450 VA

We hope this helps.

Trevor Milner – NAPIT

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