Converting amperes (amps) to kilowatts (kW) is essential for understanding electrical power consumption and system design. The conversion depends on the type of current—direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC)—and specific circuit parameters. For DC circuits, the power in kilowatts is calculated by multiplying the current in amps by the voltage in volts and then dividing by 1,000: P(kW) = I(A) × V(V) / 1,000. In single-phase AC circuits, the formula incorporates the power factor (PF): P(kW) = I(A) × V(V) × PF / 1,000. For three-phase AC circuits, the calculation varies based on the voltage type. Using line-to-line voltage: P(kW) = I(A) × V_L-L(V) × PF × √3 / 1,000; or using line-to-neutral voltage: P(kW) = I(A) × V_L-N(V) × PF × 3 / 1,000. Accurate conversion requires knowing the current, voltage, and power factor of the system. Online calculators can assist in simplifying these computations.