Convert Btu (th)/hour to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert Btu (th)/hour [Btu(th)/h] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to Btu (th)/hour.
1 Btu(th)/h = 0.00039819931713 hp (metric). To convert Btu (th)/hour to horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 0.00039819931713; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (metric) = 2511.30516046 Btu(th)/h). 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(th)/h = 0.00039819931713 hp (metric)
- 1 hp (metric) = 2511.30516046 Btu(th)/h
- 10 Btu(th)/h = 0.0039819931713 hp (metric)
- 100 Btu(th)/h = 0.039819931713 hp (metric)
How to Convert Btu (Th)/hour to Horsepower (Metric)
1 Btu(th)/h = 0.000398199317130043 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 Btu(th)/h to hp (metric):
15 Btu(th)/h = 15 × 0.000398199317130043 hp (metric) = 0.00597298975695064 hp (metric)
Btu (Th)/hour to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
| Btu (th)/hour | horsepower (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 Btu(th)/h | 0.00039819931713 hp (metric) |
| 2 Btu(th)/h | 0.00079639863426 hp (metric) |
| 3 Btu(th)/h | 0.00119459795139 hp (metric) |
| 5 Btu(th)/h | 0.00199099658565 hp (metric) |
| 10 Btu(th)/h | 0.0039819931713 hp (metric) |
| 20 Btu(th)/h | 0.0079639863426 hp (metric) |
| 50 Btu(th)/h | 0.0199099658565 hp (metric) |
| 100 Btu(th)/h | 0.039819931713 hp (metric) |
| 500 Btu(th)/h | 0.199099658565 hp (metric) |
| 1000 Btu(th)/h | 0.39819931713 hp (metric) |
Btu (Th)/hour
Btu (th)/hour is a unit of power that measures the rate of energy transfer, specifically the amount of thermal energy in British thermal units (Btu) delivered or consumed per hour.
History/Origin
The Btu (th)/hour originated from the British thermal unit (Btu), a traditional unit of heat energy, and has been used primarily in the heating and energy industries to quantify thermal power rates. Its usage dates back to the early 20th century as a standard measure in thermal energy calculations.
Current Use
Today, Btu (th)/hour is used mainly in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, as well as in energy consumption and efficiency assessments, to specify thermal power rates of equipment and systems.
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 (th)/hour in horsepower (metric)?
1 Btu (th)/hour (Btu(th)/h) = 0.00039819931713 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)).
How do you convert Btu (th)/hour to horsepower (metric)?
Multiply the Btu (th)/hour value by 0.00039819931713. For example, 25 Btu(th)/h × 0.00039819931713 = 0.00995498292825 hp (metric).
What is 10 Btu (th)/hour in horsepower (metric)?
10 Btu(th)/h = 0.0039819931713 hp (metric).
Which unit is larger, the Btu (th)/hour or the horsepower (metric)?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 Btu(th)/h equals only 0.00039819931713 hp (metric).