Convert horsepower (boiler) to horsepower (water)
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (boiler) [hp (boiler)] to horsepower (water) [hp (water)], or Convert horsepower (water) to horsepower (boiler).
1 hp (boiler) = 13.1493761083 hp (water). To convert horsepower (boiler) to horsepower (water), multiply the value by 13.1493761083; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (water) = 0.076049235474 hp (boiler)). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 hp (boiler) = 13.1493761083 hp (water)
- 1 hp (water) = 0.076049235474 hp (boiler)
- 10 hp (boiler) = 131.493761083 hp (water)
- 100 hp (boiler) = 1314.93761083 hp (water)
How to Convert Horsepower (Boiler) to Horsepower (Water)
1 hp (boiler) = 13.1493761083476 hp (water)
Example: convert 15 hp (boiler) to hp (water):
15 hp (boiler) = 15 × 13.1493761083476 hp (water) = 197.240641625215 hp (water)
Horsepower (Boiler) to Horsepower (Water) Conversion Table
| horsepower (boiler) | horsepower (water) |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (boiler) | 13.1493761083 hp (water) |
| 2 hp (boiler) | 26.2987522167 hp (water) |
| 3 hp (boiler) | 39.448128325 hp (water) |
| 5 hp (boiler) | 65.7468805417 hp (water) |
| 10 hp (boiler) | 131.493761083 hp (water) |
| 20 hp (boiler) | 262.987522167 hp (water) |
| 50 hp (boiler) | 657.468805417 hp (water) |
| 100 hp (boiler) | 1314.93761083 hp (water) |
| 500 hp (boiler) | 6574.68805417 hp (water) |
| 1000 hp (boiler) | 13149.3761083 hp (water) |
Horsepower (Boiler)
Horsepower (boiler) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of energy transfer, specifically indicating the power of steam boilers, equivalent to approximately 33,475 watts.
History/Origin
The boiler horsepower was developed in the late 19th century to standardize the measurement of steam boiler capacity, primarily in the United States, and has been used historically in engineering and industrial applications to quantify boiler power output.
Current Use
Today, boiler horsepower is primarily used in the United States for specifying the capacity of steam boilers in industrial and commercial settings, although it has largely been replaced by SI units like watts or kilowatts in most regions.
Horsepower (Water)
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (boiler) in horsepower (water)?
1 horsepower (boiler) (hp (boiler)) = 13.1493761083 horsepower (water) (hp (water)).
How do you convert horsepower (boiler) to horsepower (water)?
Multiply the horsepower (boiler) value by 13.1493761083. For example, 25 hp (boiler) × 13.1493761083 = 328.734402709 hp (water).
What is 10 horsepower (boiler) in horsepower (water)?
10 hp (boiler) = 131.493761083 hp (water).
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (boiler) or the horsepower (water)?
The horsepower (boiler) is the larger unit: 1 hp (boiler) = 13.1493761083 hp (water).