Convert Btu (IT)/second to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert Btu (IT)/second [Btu/s] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to Btu (IT)/second.
1 Btu/s = 1.43447674112 hp (metric). To convert Btu (IT)/second to horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 1.43447674112; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (metric) = 0.69711830895 Btu/s). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 Btu/s = 1.43447674112 hp (metric)
- 1 hp (metric) = 0.69711830895 Btu/s
- 10 Btu/s = 14.3447674112 hp (metric)
- 100 Btu/s = 143.447674112 hp (metric)
How to Convert Btu (It)/second to Horsepower (Metric)
1 Btu/s = 1.43447674112295 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 Btu/s to hp (metric):
15 Btu/s = 15 × 1.43447674112295 hp (metric) = 21.5171511168442 hp (metric)
Btu (It)/second to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
| Btu (IT)/second | horsepower (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 Btu/s | 1.43447674112 hp (metric) |
| 2 Btu/s | 2.86895348225 hp (metric) |
| 3 Btu/s | 4.30343022337 hp (metric) |
| 5 Btu/s | 7.17238370561 hp (metric) |
| 10 Btu/s | 14.3447674112 hp (metric) |
| 20 Btu/s | 28.6895348225 hp (metric) |
| 50 Btu/s | 71.7238370561 hp (metric) |
| 100 Btu/s | 143.447674112 hp (metric) |
| 500 Btu/s | 717.238370561 hp (metric) |
| 1000 Btu/s | 1434.47674112 hp (metric) |
Btu (It)/second
Btu per second (Btu/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion, where one British thermal unit (Btu) is transferred or converted every second.
History/Origin
The Btu (British thermal unit) has been used historically to measure energy, especially in heating and cooling industries. The use of Btu per second as a power unit emerged to quantify energy transfer rates in engineering and scientific contexts, aligning with the broader adoption of the Btu in energy measurement.
Current Use
Btu/s is used primarily in engineering and energy industries to specify power levels, such as in heating, cooling, and energy transfer systems, although it is less common than SI units like watts.
Horsepower (Metric)
The metric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.5 watts, used to measure the power output of engines and motors.
History/Origin
The metric horsepower was introduced in the late 19th century as a standardized unit to quantify engine power, primarily in Europe, replacing traditional units like the imperial horsepower. It was adopted for consistency in engineering and automotive industries.
Current Use
Today, the metric horsepower is used mainly in automotive, engineering, and industrial contexts to specify engine power, especially in regions that utilize the metric system. It is also used in some countries for rating motor and engine capacities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Btu (IT)/second in horsepower (metric)?
1 Btu (IT)/second (Btu/s) = 1.43447674112 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)).
How do you convert Btu (IT)/second to horsepower (metric)?
Multiply the Btu (IT)/second value by 1.43447674112. For example, 25 Btu/s × 1.43447674112 = 35.8619185281 hp (metric).
What is 10 Btu (IT)/second in horsepower (metric)?
10 Btu/s = 14.3447674112 hp (metric).
Which unit is larger, the Btu (IT)/second or the horsepower (metric)?
The Btu (IT)/second is the larger unit: 1 Btu/s = 1.43447674112 hp (metric).