Convert horsepower (electric) to megawatt
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (electric) [hp (electric)] to megawatt [MW], or Convert megawatt to horsepower (electric).
1 hp (electric) = 0.000746 MW. To convert horsepower (electric) to megawatt, multiply the value by 0.000746; to go the other way, divide by it (1 MW = 1340.48257373 hp (electric)). 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 (electric) = 0.000746 MW
- 1 MW = 1340.48257373 hp (electric)
- 10 hp (electric) = 0.00746 MW
- 100 hp (electric) = 0.0746 MW
How to Convert Horsepower (Electric) to Megawatt
1 hp (electric) = 0.000746 MW
Example: convert 15 hp (electric) to MW:
15 hp (electric) = 15 × 0.000746 MW = 0.01119 MW
Horsepower (Electric) to Megawatt Conversion Table
| horsepower (electric) | megawatt |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (electric) | 0.000746 MW |
| 2 hp (electric) | 0.001492 MW |
| 3 hp (electric) | 0.002238 MW |
| 5 hp (electric) | 0.00373 MW |
| 10 hp (electric) | 0.00746 MW |
| 20 hp (electric) | 0.01492 MW |
| 50 hp (electric) | 0.0373 MW |
| 100 hp (electric) | 0.0746 MW |
| 500 hp (electric) | 0.373 MW |
| 1000 hp (electric) | 0.746 MW |
Horsepower (Electric)
Electric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power used to measure the rate at which electrical energy is converted into mechanical energy or work, equivalent to approximately 746 watts.
History/Origin
The electric horsepower was developed as an adaptation of the mechanical horsepower to quantify electrical power output, especially in electric motors and generators. It became a standard unit in electrical engineering to express the power of electric motors and appliances.
Current Use
Electric horsepower is used primarily in specifying the power of electric motors, generators, and other electrical devices, particularly in industries where electrical power measurement is essential for performance and efficiency assessments.
Megawatt
A megawatt (MW) is a unit of power equal to one million watts, used to measure the output of power plants and the capacity of electrical systems.
History/Origin
The megawatt was introduced as part of the metric system to quantify large-scale power, becoming widely adopted in the 20th century with the expansion of electrical power generation and distribution.
Current Use
Megawatts are commonly used today to specify the capacity of power plants, electrical grids, and large-scale energy projects, facilitating standardized measurement of high power levels in various industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (electric) in megawatt?
1 horsepower (electric) (hp (electric)) = 0.000746 megawatt (MW).
How do you convert horsepower (electric) to megawatt?
Multiply the horsepower (electric) value by 0.000746. For example, 25 hp (electric) × 0.000746 = 0.01865 MW.
What is 10 horsepower (electric) in megawatt?
10 hp (electric) = 0.00746 MW.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (electric) or the megawatt?
The megawatt is the larger unit: 1 hp (electric) equals only 0.000746 MW.