Convert kilocalorie (th)/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert kilocalorie (th)/second [kcal(th)/s] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to kilocalorie (th)/second.
1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545662 hp. To convert kilocalorie (th)/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), multiply the value by 5.61083545662; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 0.178226577438 kcal(th)/s). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545662 hp
- 1 hp = 0.178226577438 kcal(th)/s
- 10 kcal(th)/s = 56.1083545662 hp
- 100 kcal(th)/s = 561.083545662 hp
How to Convert Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545661794 hp
Example: convert 15 kcal(th)/s to hp:
15 kcal(th)/s = 15 × 5.61083545661794 hp = 84.1625318492691 hp
Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
| kilocalorie (th)/second | horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal(th)/s | 5.61083545662 hp |
| 2 kcal(th)/s | 11.2216709132 hp |
| 3 kcal(th)/s | 16.8325063699 hp |
| 5 kcal(th)/s | 28.0541772831 hp |
| 10 kcal(th)/s | 56.1083545662 hp |
| 20 kcal(th)/s | 112.216709132 hp |
| 50 kcal(th)/s | 280.541772831 hp |
| 100 kcal(th)/s | 561.083545662 hp |
| 500 kcal(th)/s | 2805.41772831 hp |
| 1000 kcal(th)/s | 5610.83545662 hp |
Kilocalorie (Th)/second
A kilocalorie (th)/second (kcal(th)/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which energy in kilocalories per second is transferred or converted.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie (th) is a traditional unit of energy used primarily in nutrition and thermodynamics, with 'th' indicating the thermochemical definition. Its use in power measurements, such as kcal(th)/s, is less common and primarily for specialized scientific contexts.
Current Use
The unit kcal(th)/s is rarely used in modern practice; power is more commonly expressed in watts. When used, it typically appears in scientific research involving energy transfer rates in thermochemical processes or specialized engineering applications.
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 kilocalorie (th)/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
1 kilocalorie (th)/second (kcal(th)/s) = 5.61083545662 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) (hp).
How do you convert kilocalorie (th)/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
Multiply the kilocalorie (th)/second value by 5.61083545662. For example, 25 kcal(th)/s × 5.61083545662 = 140.270886415 hp.
What is 10 kilocalorie (th)/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
10 kcal(th)/s = 56.1083545662 hp.
Which unit is larger, the kilocalorie (th)/second or the horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
The kilocalorie (th)/second is the larger unit: 1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545662 hp.