How To Calculate PF?

PF = Real Power (kW) ÷ Apparent Power (kVA)

PF = kW ÷ (V × I × √3 ÷ 1000) for three-phase AC

PF = kW ÷ (V × I ÷ 1000) for single-phase AC

PF = cos(φ), where φ is the phase angle between voltage and current

Measure kW and kVA, then divide kW by kVA

Keep the result between 0 and 1 for lagging or leading power factor

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