Convert dekawatt to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert dekawatt [daW] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to dekawatt.
1 daW = 0.013596216173 hp (metric). To convert dekawatt to horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 0.013596216173; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (metric) = 73.549875 daW). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 daW = 0.013596216173 hp (metric)
- 1 hp (metric) = 73.549875 daW
- 10 daW = 0.13596216173 hp (metric)
- 100 daW = 1.3596216173 hp (metric)
How to Convert Dekawatt to Horsepower (Metric)
1 daW = 0.013596216173039 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 daW to hp (metric):
15 daW = 15 × 0.013596216173039 hp (metric) = 0.203943242595586 hp (metric)
Dekawatt to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
| dekawatt | horsepower (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 daW | 0.013596216173 hp (metric) |
| 2 daW | 0.0271924323461 hp (metric) |
| 3 daW | 0.0407886485191 hp (metric) |
| 5 daW | 0.0679810808652 hp (metric) |
| 10 daW | 0.13596216173 hp (metric) |
| 20 daW | 0.271924323461 hp (metric) |
| 50 daW | 0.679810808652 hp (metric) |
| 100 daW | 1.3596216173 hp (metric) |
| 500 daW | 6.79810808652 hp (metric) |
| 1000 daW | 13.596216173 hp (metric) |
Dekawatt
A dekawatt (daW) is a unit of power equal to 10 watts.
History/Origin
The dekawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's prefixes for larger units of power, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts, but it is not widely adopted in everyday use.
Current Use
The dekawatt is rarely used in modern practice; power measurements are typically expressed in watts or kilowatts. It may appear in specialized technical fields or historical references.
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 dekawatt in horsepower (metric)?
1 dekawatt (daW) = 0.013596216173 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)).
How do you convert dekawatt to horsepower (metric)?
Multiply the dekawatt value by 0.013596216173. For example, 25 daW × 0.013596216173 = 0.339905404326 hp (metric).
What is 10 dekawatt in horsepower (metric)?
10 daW = 0.13596216173 hp (metric).
Which unit is larger, the dekawatt or the horsepower (metric)?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 daW equals only 0.013596216173 hp (metric).