Convert horsepower hour to kilowatt-hour
Please provide values below to convert horsepower hour [hp*h] to kilowatt-hour [kW*h], or Convert kilowatt-hour to horsepower hour.
1 hp*h = 0.745699872222 kW*h. To convert horsepower hour to kilowatt-hour, multiply the value by 0.745699872222; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kW*h = 1.34102208844 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 = 0.745699872222 kW*h
- 1 kW*h = 1.34102208844 hp*h
- 10 hp*h = 7.45699872222 kW*h
- 100 hp*h = 74.5699872222 kW*h
How to Convert Horsepower Hour to Kilowatt-Hour
1 hp*h = 0.745699872222222 kW*h
Example: convert 15 hp*h to kW*h:
15 hp*h = 15 × 0.745699872222222 kW*h = 11.1854980833333 kW*h
Horsepower Hour to Kilowatt-Hour Conversion Table
| horsepower hour | kilowatt-hour |
|---|---|
| 1 hp*h | 0.745699872222 kW*h |
| 2 hp*h | 1.49139974444 kW*h |
| 3 hp*h | 2.23709961667 kW*h |
| 5 hp*h | 3.72849936111 kW*h |
| 10 hp*h | 7.45699872222 kW*h |
| 20 hp*h | 14.9139974444 kW*h |
| 50 hp*h | 37.2849936111 kW*h |
| 100 hp*h | 74.5699872222 kW*h |
| 500 hp*h | 372.849936111 kW*h |
| 1000 hp*h | 745.699872222 kW*h |
Horsepower Hour
A horsepower hour (hp*h) is a unit of energy representing the amount of energy equivalent to one horsepower of power sustained over one hour of time.
History/Origin
The horsepower hour originated from the traditional unit of horsepower used to quantify engine power, combined with the hour to measure energy consumption or production over time. It has been used primarily in engineering and energy industries to express energy usage or capacity.
Current Use
Today, the horsepower hour is rarely used in practical applications, having been largely replaced by the joule and other SI units. However, it may still be referenced in historical data, legacy systems, or specific industries dealing with older measurement standards within the energy and mechanical sectors.
Kilowatt-Hour
A kilowatt-hour (kW·h) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or used when a power of one kilowatt is sustained for one hour.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-hour originated in the late 19th century with the development of electrical power systems, becoming a standard unit for measuring electrical energy consumption and billing.
Current Use
It is widely used today in electricity billing, energy consumption monitoring, and in various engineering and scientific applications to quantify electrical energy usage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower hour in kilowatt-hour?
1 horsepower hour (hp*h) = 0.745699872222 kilowatt-hour (kW*h).
How do you convert horsepower hour to kilowatt-hour?
Multiply the horsepower hour value by 0.745699872222. For example, 25 hp*h × 0.745699872222 = 18.6424968056 kW*h.
What is 10 horsepower hour in kilowatt-hour?
10 hp*h = 7.45699872222 kW*h.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower hour or the kilowatt-hour?
The kilowatt-hour is the larger unit: 1 hp*h equals only 0.745699872222 kW*h.