180 kVA to Amps at 480V Three-Phase AC (US Industrial)
Exact current (Amps), real power (kW), apparent power (kVA), mechanical horsepower (HP), breaker rating, and conductor size for 180 kVA on a 480V Three-Phase AC (US Industrial) circuit.
Line Current (0.85 PF)216.51 AAt 1.0 PF: 216.51 A
Active / Apparent Power153.0 kW180.0 kVA · 94.82 kVAR
Recommended Breaker300 A (NEC)225 A (IEC Nominal)
Recommended Copper Wire4/0 AWGIEC Metric: 95 mm²
Engineering Breakdown for 180 kVA at 480V
| Input Rating | 180 kVA (480V Three-Phase AC (US Industrial)) |
| Amperage at 0.85 Power Factor (Industrial Motor/Transformer) | 216.51 Amps |
| Amperage at 1.00 Power Factor (Resistive Load) | 216.51 Amps |
| Real Power (kW / Watts) | 153.0 kW (153,000 W) |
| Apparent Power (kVA) & Reactive Power (kVAR) | 180.0 kVA / 94.82 kVAR |
| Equivalent Mechanical Horsepower (HP) | 205.18 HP |
| NEC 125% Continuous Circuit Breaker | 300 A |
| Minimum Copper Conductor (100 ft / 30 m, ≤3% Drop) | 4/0 AWG (NEC) / 95 mm² (IEC) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many amps is 180 kVA at 480V (3-Phase)?
At 480V Three-Phase AC (US Industrial), 180 kVA equals 216.51 Amps at an industrial power factor of 0.85 (or 216.51 Amps at unity power factor 1.0).
What size breaker and wire is needed for 180 kVA at 480V?
For 216.51A continuous load, NEC requires a 125% rated breaker of 300A with 4/0 AWG copper conductors, while IEC standard sizing uses a 225A breaker with 95 mm² copper cable.
Other Power Ratings & Voltages
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