Convert kilowatt-second to erg
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-second [kW*s] to erg [erg], or Convert erg to kilowatt-second.
1 kW*s = 10000000000 erg. To convert kilowatt-second to erg, multiply the value by 10000000000; to go the other way, divide by it (1 erg = 1.0000e-10 kW*s). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kW*s = 10000000000 erg
- 1 erg = 1.0000e-10 kW*s
- 10 kW*s = 100000000000 erg
- 100 kW*s = 1e+12 erg
How to Convert Kilowatt-Second to Erg
1 kW*s = 10000000000 erg
Example: convert 15 kW*s to erg:
15 kW*s = 15 × 10000000000 erg = 150000000000 erg
Kilowatt-Second to Erg Conversion Table
| kilowatt-second | erg |
|---|---|
| 1 kW*s | 10000000000 erg |
| 2 kW*s | 20000000000 erg |
| 3 kW*s | 30000000000 erg |
| 5 kW*s | 50000000000 erg |
| 10 kW*s | 100000000000 erg |
| 20 kW*s | 200000000000 erg |
| 50 kW*s | 500000000000 erg |
| 100 kW*s | 1e+12 erg |
| 500 kW*s | 5.0000e+12 erg |
| 1000 kW*s | 1.0000e+13 erg |
Kilowatt-Second
A kilowatt-second (kW·s) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or converted when a power of one kilowatt is applied for one second.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-second has been used historically in physics and engineering to quantify energy, especially in contexts where power and time are relevant, but it is less common than other energy units like joules or kilowatt-hours.
Current Use
Today, the kilowatt-second is primarily used in specialized fields such as electrical engineering and energy calculations, often for convenience in measuring short-term energy transfer, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most applications.
Erg
The erg is a unit of energy in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, defined as the amount of work done when a force of one dyne displaces an object by one centimeter.
History/Origin
The erg was introduced in the late 19th century as part of the CGS system of units, primarily used in physics to measure small amounts of energy before the adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the erg is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of specific scientific contexts, with the SI unit joule being the standard for energy measurement. It remains relevant in some fields like astrophysics and theoretical physics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilowatt-second in erg?
1 kilowatt-second (kW*s) = 10000000000 erg (erg).
How do you convert kilowatt-second to erg?
Multiply the kilowatt-second value by 10000000000. For example, 25 kW*s × 10000000000 = 250000000000 erg.
What is 10 kilowatt-second in erg?
10 kW*s = 100000000000 erg.
Which unit is larger, the kilowatt-second or the erg?
The kilowatt-second is the larger unit: 1 kW*s = 10000000000 erg.