Convert horsepower (metric) to centiwatt
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)] to centiwatt [cW], or Convert centiwatt to horsepower (metric).
1 hp (metric) = 73549.875 cW. To convert horsepower (metric) to centiwatt, multiply the value by 73549.875; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cW = 1.3596216173e-05 hp (metric)). 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 (metric) = 73549.875 cW
- 1 cW = 1.3596216173e-05 hp (metric)
- 10 hp (metric) = 735498.75 cW
- 100 hp (metric) = 7354987.5 cW
How to Convert Horsepower (Metric) to Centiwatt
1 hp (metric) = 73549.875 cW
Example: convert 15 hp (metric) to cW:
15 hp (metric) = 15 × 73549.875 cW = 1103248.125 cW
Horsepower (Metric) to Centiwatt Conversion Table
| horsepower (metric) | centiwatt |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (metric) | 73549.875 cW |
| 2 hp (metric) | 147099.75 cW |
| 3 hp (metric) | 220649.625 cW |
| 5 hp (metric) | 367749.375 cW |
| 10 hp (metric) | 735498.75 cW |
| 20 hp (metric) | 1470997.5 cW |
| 50 hp (metric) | 3677493.75 cW |
| 100 hp (metric) | 7354987.5 cW |
| 500 hp (metric) | 36774937.5 cW |
| 1000 hp (metric) | 73549875 cW |
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.
Centiwatt
A centiwatt (cW) is a unit of power equal to one hundredth of a watt, where 1 cW = 0.01 watts.
History/Origin
The centiwatt was introduced as a smaller unit of power measurement to facilitate calculations involving very low power levels, although it is not widely used in practice and remains a rarely adopted unit in the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the centiwatt is rarely used in practical applications; power measurements are typically expressed in watts or subunits like milliwatts and microwatts. It may be encountered in specialized scientific contexts or theoretical discussions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (metric) in centiwatt?
1 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)) = 73549.875 centiwatt (cW).
How do you convert horsepower (metric) to centiwatt?
Multiply the horsepower (metric) value by 73549.875. For example, 25 hp (metric) × 73549.875 = 1838746.875 cW.
What is 10 horsepower (metric) in centiwatt?
10 hp (metric) = 735498.75 cW.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (metric) or the centiwatt?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 hp (metric) = 73549.875 cW.