Convert deciwatt to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert deciwatt [dW] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to deciwatt.
1 dW = 0.00013596216173 hp (metric). To convert deciwatt to horsepower (metric), multiply the value by 0.00013596216173; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (metric) = 7354.9875 dW). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 dW = 0.00013596216173 hp (metric)
- 1 hp (metric) = 7354.9875 dW
- 10 dW = 0.0013596216173 hp (metric)
- 100 dW = 0.013596216173 hp (metric)
How to Convert Deciwatt to Horsepower (Metric)
1 dW = 0.00013596216173039 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 dW to hp (metric):
15 dW = 15 × 0.00013596216173039 hp (metric) = 0.00203943242595586 hp (metric)
Deciwatt to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
| deciwatt | horsepower (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 dW | 0.00013596216173 hp (metric) |
| 2 dW | 0.000271924323461 hp (metric) |
| 3 dW | 0.000407886485191 hp (metric) |
| 5 dW | 0.000679810808652 hp (metric) |
| 10 dW | 0.0013596216173 hp (metric) |
| 20 dW | 0.00271924323461 hp (metric) |
| 50 dW | 0.00679810808652 hp (metric) |
| 100 dW | 0.013596216173 hp (metric) |
| 500 dW | 0.0679810808652 hp (metric) |
| 1000 dW | 0.13596216173 hp (metric) |
Deciwatt
A deciwatt (dW) is a unit of power equal to one-tenth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The deciwatt was introduced as part of the metric system's decimal prefixes to provide convenient submultiples of the watt, though it is rarely used in practice.
Current Use
Deciwatt is rarely used in modern applications; it may appear in specialized scientific contexts or theoretical calculations involving small power levels.
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 deciwatt in horsepower (metric)?
1 deciwatt (dW) = 0.00013596216173 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)).
How do you convert deciwatt to horsepower (metric)?
Multiply the deciwatt value by 0.00013596216173. For example, 25 dW × 0.00013596216173 = 0.00339905404326 hp (metric).
What is 10 deciwatt in horsepower (metric)?
10 dW = 0.0013596216173 hp (metric).
Which unit is larger, the deciwatt or the horsepower (metric)?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 dW equals only 0.00013596216173 hp (metric).