AC Current Calculator for Power Loss

AC Current Calculator for Power Loss calculator can be used to calculate the power loss in an AC circuit based on current, voltage, and power factor.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

P = V * I * PF

Where:
P = Power Loss (W)
V = Voltage (V)
I = Current (A)
PF = Power Factor

Results

Power Loss (P):

AC Current Calculator for Power Loss Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the AC Current Calculator for Power Loss calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the voltage (V) in the AC circuit.
  2. Enter the current (A) flowing through the circuit.
  3. Enter the power factor (PF) of the circuit. The power factor is a measure of how effectively the current is being used to do work.
  4. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the power loss.
  5. The result will be displayed in watts (W).

Working Principle

The power loss in an AC circuit is calculated using the formula:

P = V * I * PF

Where:

  • P is the power loss in watts (W).
  • V is the voltage in volts (V).
  • I is the current in amperes (A).
  • PF is the power factor (a dimensionless value between 0 and 1).

Example

Suppose you have an AC circuit with a voltage of 120V, a current of 5A, and a power factor of 0.8. The power loss would be:

P = 120V * 5A * 0.8 = 480W

Applications

This calculator is useful for:

  • Designing efficient electrical systems.
  • Estimating energy losses in power transmission.
  • Optimizing power factor correction in industrial settings.