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Why are transformers rated in KVA and motors in KW?

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Transformer rating Depends upon the power factor of the load but this is not specified at the time of manufacturing so rating of transformer and generator in KVA but in motor nameplate manufacturer always mentioned the pf thats why its rating is in kw. read more

We already know that Transformer rating may be expressed in kVA instead of kW as well as Generator and Alternator rated in kVA. read more

transformer whereas in motor it occurs. so, in conclusion there is no any factor in transformer which relates with power factor so the rating of transformer is in KVA instead of KW. read more

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