18.5 kVA to Amps at 208V Single-Phase AC
Exact current (Amps), real power (kW), apparent power (kVA), mechanical horsepower (HP), breaker rating, and conductor size for 18.5 kVA on a 208V Single-Phase AC circuit.
Line Current (0.85 PF)88.94 AAt 1.0 PF: 88.94 A
Active / Apparent Power15.72 kW18.5 kVA · 9.75 kVAR
Recommended Breaker125 A (NEC)90 A (IEC Nominal)
Recommended Copper Wire3 AWGIEC Metric: 25 mm²
Engineering Breakdown for 18.5 kVA at 208V
| Input Rating | 18.5 kVA (208V Single-Phase AC) |
| Amperage at 0.85 Power Factor (Industrial Motor/Transformer) | 88.94 Amps |
| Amperage at 1.00 Power Factor (Resistive Load) | 88.94 Amps |
| Real Power (kW / Watts) | 15.72 kW (15,725 W) |
| Apparent Power (kVA) & Reactive Power (kVAR) | 18.5 kVA / 9.75 kVAR |
| Equivalent Mechanical Horsepower (HP) | 21.09 HP |
| NEC 125% Continuous Circuit Breaker | 125 A |
| Minimum Copper Conductor (100 ft / 30 m, ≤3% Drop) | 3 AWG (NEC) / 25 mm² (IEC) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many amps is 18.5 kVA at 208V (1-Phase)?
At 208V Single-Phase AC, 18.5 kVA equals 88.94 Amps at an industrial power factor of 0.85 (or 88.94 Amps at unity power factor 1.0).
What size breaker and wire is needed for 18.5 kVA at 208V?
For 88.94A continuous load, NEC requires a 125% rated breaker of 125A with 3 AWG copper conductors, while IEC standard sizing uses a 90A breaker with 25 mm² copper cable.
Other Power Ratings & Voltages
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