Convert horsepower (metric) hour to kilocalorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (metric) hour [hp*h] to kilocalorie (th) [kcal (th)], or Convert kilocalorie (th) to horsepower (metric) hour.
1 hp*h = 632.83831262 kcal (th). To convert horsepower (metric) hour to kilocalorie (th), multiply the value by 632.83831262; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kcal (th) = 0.00158018245744 hp*h). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 hp*h = 632.83831262 kcal (th)
- 1 kcal (th) = 0.00158018245744 hp*h
- 10 hp*h = 6328.3831262 kcal (th)
- 100 hp*h = 63283.831262 kcal (th)
How to Convert Horsepower (Metric) Hour to Kilocalorie (Th)
1 hp*h = 632.838312619503 kcal (th)
Example: convert 15 hp*h to kcal (th):
15 hp*h = 15 × 632.838312619503 kcal (th) = 9492.57468929254 kcal (th)
Horsepower (Metric) Hour to Kilocalorie (Th) Conversion Table
| horsepower (metric) hour | kilocalorie (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 hp*h | 632.83831262 kcal (th) |
| 2 hp*h | 1265.67662524 kcal (th) |
| 3 hp*h | 1898.51493786 kcal (th) |
| 5 hp*h | 3164.1915631 kcal (th) |
| 10 hp*h | 6328.3831262 kcal (th) |
| 20 hp*h | 12656.7662524 kcal (th) |
| 50 hp*h | 31641.915631 kcal (th) |
| 100 hp*h | 63283.831262 kcal (th) |
| 500 hp*h | 316419.15631 kcal (th) |
| 1000 hp*h | 632838.31262 kcal (th) |
Horsepower (Metric) Hour
A unit of energy representing the amount of work done by one horsepower over one hour, equivalent to 745.7 joules.
History/Origin
The horsepower hour was historically used to quantify energy in mechanical and engineering contexts, especially in the era of steam and early engines, but has largely been replaced by standard energy units like joules and kilowatt-hours.
Current Use
It is rarely used in modern practice, but may still appear in legacy systems or specific industrial applications to measure energy output or consumption related to horsepower-rated equipment.
Kilocalorie (Th)
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 calories, commonly used to measure the energy content of food and beverages.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie originated in the 19th century as a unit to quantify heat energy, especially in nutrition and thermodynamics. It was widely adopted in the early 20th century for dietary energy measurement.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is primarily used in nutrition to express the energy content of food and drinks, although it is often simply called a 'calorie' in everyday language.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (metric) hour in kilocalorie (th)?
1 horsepower (metric) hour (hp*h) = 632.83831262 kilocalorie (th) (kcal (th)).
How do you convert horsepower (metric) hour to kilocalorie (th)?
Multiply the horsepower (metric) hour value by 632.83831262. For example, 25 hp*h × 632.83831262 = 15820.9578155 kcal (th).
What is 10 horsepower (metric) hour in kilocalorie (th)?
10 hp*h = 6328.3831262 kcal (th).
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (metric) hour or the kilocalorie (th)?
The horsepower (metric) hour is the larger unit: 1 hp*h = 632.83831262 kcal (th).