12 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 12 kVA on a 480V Three-Phase AC (US Industrial) circuit.
Line Current (0.85 PF)14.43 AAt 1.0 PF: 14.43 A
Active / Apparent Power10.2 kW12.0 kVA · 6.32 kVAR
Recommended Breaker20 A (NEC)15 A (IEC Nominal)
Recommended Copper Wire14 AWGIEC Metric: 1.5 mm²
Engineering Breakdown for 12 kVA at 480V
| Input Rating | 12 kVA (480V Three-Phase AC (US Industrial)) |
| Amperage at 0.85 Power Factor (Industrial Motor/Transformer) | 14.43 Amps |
| Amperage at 1.00 Power Factor (Resistive Load) | 14.43 Amps |
| Real Power (kW / Watts) | 10.2 kW (10,200 W) |
| Apparent Power (kVA) & Reactive Power (kVAR) | 12.0 kVA / 6.32 kVAR |
| Equivalent Mechanical Horsepower (HP) | 13.68 HP |
| NEC 125% Continuous Circuit Breaker | 20 A |
| Minimum Copper Conductor (100 ft / 30 m, ≤3% Drop) | 14 AWG (NEC) / 1.5 mm² (IEC) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many amps is 12 kVA at 480V (3-Phase)?
At 480V Three-Phase AC (US Industrial), 12 kVA equals 14.43 Amps at an industrial power factor of 0.85 (or 14.43 Amps at unity power factor 1.0).
What size breaker and wire is needed for 12 kVA at 480V?
For 14.43A continuous load, NEC requires a 125% rated breaker of 20A with 14 AWG copper conductors, while IEC standard sizing uses a 15A breaker with 1.5 mm² copper cable.
Other Power Ratings & Voltages
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