Convert watt-second to Btu (th)
Please provide values below to convert watt-second [W*s] to Btu (th) [Btu (th)], or Convert Btu (th) to watt-second.
1 W*s = 0.000948451418791 Btu (th). To convert watt-second to Btu (th), multiply the value by 0.000948451418791; to go the other way, divide by it (1 Btu (th) = 1054.35026 W*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 W*s = 0.000948451418791 Btu (th)
- 1 Btu (th) = 1054.35026 W*s
- 10 W*s = 0.00948451418791 Btu (th)
- 100 W*s = 0.0948451418791 Btu (th)
How to Convert Watt-Second to Btu (Th)
1 W*s = 0.000948451418791323 Btu (th)
Example: convert 15 W*s to Btu (th):
15 W*s = 15 × 0.000948451418791323 Btu (th) = 0.0142267712818698 Btu (th)
Watt-Second to Btu (Th) Conversion Table
| watt-second | Btu (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 W*s | 0.000948451418791 Btu (th) |
| 2 W*s | 0.00189690283758 Btu (th) |
| 3 W*s | 0.00284535425637 Btu (th) |
| 5 W*s | 0.00474225709396 Btu (th) |
| 10 W*s | 0.00948451418791 Btu (th) |
| 20 W*s | 0.0189690283758 Btu (th) |
| 50 W*s | 0.0474225709396 Btu (th) |
| 100 W*s | 0.0948451418791 Btu (th) |
| 500 W*s | 0.474225709396 Btu (th) |
| 1000 W*s | 0.948451418791 Btu (th) |
Watt-Second
A watt-second (W·s) is a unit of energy equivalent to one joule, representing the amount of energy transferred or converted when one watt of power is applied for one second.
History/Origin
The watt-second originated from the SI system of units, where the watt (W) is the SI derived unit of power, and the second (s) is the SI base unit of time. It has been used historically in physics and engineering to quantify energy, especially in contexts where energy transfer occurs over short durations.
Current Use
The watt-second is primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure small amounts of energy, such as in electrical and mechanical systems. It is often replaced by the joule in modern applications but remains a recognized unit within the energy converter category.
Btu (Th)
The Btu (th), or British thermal unit (th), is a unit of energy used primarily in the United States to measure heat content, equivalent to the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.
History/Origin
The Btu (th) originated from the British thermal unit, a traditional unit of heat in the British Imperial system, and has been used historically in heating, cooling, and energy industries to quantify energy content and heat transfer.
Current Use
Today, the Btu (th) is mainly used in the energy sector, particularly in heating and cooling systems, natural gas billing, and energy content measurement, especially within the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 watt-second in Btu (th)?
1 watt-second (W*s) = 0.000948451418791 Btu (th) (Btu (th)).
How do you convert watt-second to Btu (th)?
Multiply the watt-second value by 0.000948451418791. For example, 25 W*s × 0.000948451418791 = 0.0237112854698 Btu (th).
What is 10 watt-second in Btu (th)?
10 W*s = 0.00948451418791 Btu (th).
Which unit is larger, the watt-second or the Btu (th)?
The Btu (th) is the larger unit: 1 W*s equals only 0.000948451418791 Btu (th).