Power protection

UPS Capacity Calculator

Estimate required UPS kVA from load kW, power factor, and a selected headroom percentage.

Systems worksheet

Calculation inputs

kW
%

Calculated result

12.5 kVA
Planning estimateConfirm equipment ratings, manufacturer limits, adopted code requirements, and system-specific calculations before installation.

Method and field check

The estimate converts kW to kVA using power factor and adds headroom. Verify crest factor, bypass, battery autonomy, and manufacturer capacity curves.