Power To
Go provides these calculators to assist you in
determining the size of generator you require. They
will also allow you to convert one unit of electricity
measurement to another.
Converting kVA to kW
| kVA |
= |
kW |
|
Converting kW to kVA
| kW |
= |
kVA |
|
Converting kW to HP
| kW |
= |
HP |
What size generator is needed to start a 3 phase
electric motor Direct on Line (DOL) start
HP of
Motor |
= |
Generator
kVA Required |
Generator Size Required to
Start Motors
Instructions:
You only need to fill in the columns coloured in blue.
Fill in the HP of the motor(s) in their starting
sequence, select the start method (Direct On Line or
Star Delta) and press Evaluate. The required generator
size will then be displayed at the bottom.
* NOTE the above calculations are an estimate only
because other factors such as site conditions, motor
efficiencies and line losses are not taken into
consideration.
