Convert horsepower (metric) to joule/second
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)] to joule/second [J/s], or Convert joule/second to horsepower (metric).
1 hp (metric) = 735.49875 J/s. To convert horsepower (metric) to joule/second, multiply the value by 735.49875; to go the other way, divide by it (1 J/s = 0.0013596216173 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) = 735.49875 J/s
- 1 J/s = 0.0013596216173 hp (metric)
- 10 hp (metric) = 7354.9875 J/s
- 100 hp (metric) = 73549.875 J/s
How to Convert Horsepower (Metric) to Joule/second
1 hp (metric) = 735.49875 J/s
Example: convert 15 hp (metric) to J/s:
15 hp (metric) = 15 × 735.49875 J/s = 11032.48125 J/s
Horsepower (Metric) to Joule/second Conversion Table
| horsepower (metric) | joule/second |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (metric) | 735.49875 J/s |
| 2 hp (metric) | 1470.9975 J/s |
| 3 hp (metric) | 2206.49625 J/s |
| 5 hp (metric) | 3677.49375 J/s |
| 10 hp (metric) | 7354.9875 J/s |
| 20 hp (metric) | 14709.975 J/s |
| 50 hp (metric) | 36774.9375 J/s |
| 100 hp (metric) | 73549.875 J/s |
| 500 hp (metric) | 367749.375 J/s |
| 1000 hp (metric) | 735498.75 J/s |
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.
Joule/second
The joule per second (J/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which energy is transferred or converted, equivalent to one watt.
History/Origin
The joule per second has been used as a measure of power since the adoption of the SI system, where the watt (W) became the standard unit of power, with 1 J/s = 1 W.
Current Use
J/s is primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts to quantify power, especially in physics and electrical engineering, often interchangeably with watts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (metric) in joule/second?
1 horsepower (metric) (hp (metric)) = 735.49875 joule/second (J/s).
How do you convert horsepower (metric) to joule/second?
Multiply the horsepower (metric) value by 735.49875. For example, 25 hp (metric) × 735.49875 = 18387.46875 J/s.
What is 10 horsepower (metric) in joule/second?
10 hp (metric) = 7354.9875 J/s.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (metric) or the joule/second?
The horsepower (metric) is the larger unit: 1 hp (metric) = 735.49875 J/s.