Convert hectowatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert hectowatt [hW] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to hectowatt.
1 hW = 0.134102185866 hp. To convert hectowatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), multiply the value by 0.134102185866; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 7.457 hW). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 hW = 0.134102185866 hp
- 1 hp = 7.457 hW
- 10 hW = 1.34102185866 hp
- 100 hW = 13.4102185866 hp
How to Convert Hectowatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 hW = 0.13410218586563 hp
Example: convert 15 hW to hp:
15 hW = 15 × 0.13410218586563 hp = 2.01153278798444 hp
Hectowatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
| hectowatt | horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 hW | 0.134102185866 hp |
| 2 hW | 0.268204371731 hp |
| 3 hW | 0.402306557597 hp |
| 5 hW | 0.670510929328 hp |
| 10 hW | 1.34102185866 hp |
| 20 hW | 2.68204371731 hp |
| 50 hW | 6.70510929328 hp |
| 100 hW | 13.4102185866 hp |
| 500 hW | 67.0510929328 hp |
| 1000 hW | 134.102185866 hp |
Hectowatt
A hectowatt (hW) is a unit of power equal to 100 watts.
History/Origin
The hectowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide larger units of power measurement, though it is rarely used in practice today.
Current Use
The hectowatt is seldom used in modern contexts; power is typically expressed in watts or kilowatts, but it may appear in specific engineering or scientific applications requiring larger units.
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 hectowatt in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
1 hectowatt (hW) = 0.134102185866 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) (hp).
How do you convert hectowatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
Multiply the hectowatt value by 0.134102185866. For example, 25 hW × 0.134102185866 = 3.35255464664 hp.
What is 10 hectowatt in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
10 hW = 1.34102185866 hp.
Which unit is larger, the hectowatt or the horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
The horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) is the larger unit: 1 hW equals only 0.134102185866 hp.