Convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (electric)
Please provide values below to convert kilojoule/second [kJ/s] to horsepower (electric) [hp (electric)], or Convert horsepower (electric) to kilojoule/second.
1 kJ/s = 1.34048257373 hp (electric). To convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (electric), multiply the value by 1.34048257373; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (electric) = 0.746 kJ/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 kJ/s = 1.34048257373 hp (electric)
- 1 hp (electric) = 0.746 kJ/s
- 10 kJ/s = 13.4048257373 hp (electric)
- 100 kJ/s = 134.048257373 hp (electric)
How to Convert Kilojoule/second to Horsepower (Electric)
1 kJ/s = 1.34048257372654 hp (electric)
Example: convert 15 kJ/s to hp (electric):
15 kJ/s = 15 × 1.34048257372654 hp (electric) = 20.1072386058981 hp (electric)
Kilojoule/second to Horsepower (Electric) Conversion Table
| kilojoule/second | horsepower (electric) |
|---|---|
| 1 kJ/s | 1.34048257373 hp (electric) |
| 2 kJ/s | 2.68096514745 hp (electric) |
| 3 kJ/s | 4.02144772118 hp (electric) |
| 5 kJ/s | 6.70241286863 hp (electric) |
| 10 kJ/s | 13.4048257373 hp (electric) |
| 20 kJ/s | 26.8096514745 hp (electric) |
| 50 kJ/s | 67.0241286863 hp (electric) |
| 100 kJ/s | 134.048257373 hp (electric) |
| 500 kJ/s | 670.241286863 hp (electric) |
| 1000 kJ/s | 1340.48257373 hp (electric) |
Kilojoule/second
A kilojoule per second (kJ/s) is a unit of power equivalent to one kilojoule of energy transferred or converted per second.
History/Origin
The kilojoule per second is derived from the SI units of energy (joule) and time (second), and has been used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure power, especially in fields like physics and energy studies.
Current Use
It is used to quantify power in various applications, including electrical power, mechanical power, and energy transfer rates, particularly where kilojoules and seconds are the relevant units.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilojoule/second in horsepower (electric)?
1 kilojoule/second (kJ/s) = 1.34048257373 horsepower (electric) (hp (electric)).
How do you convert kilojoule/second to horsepower (electric)?
Multiply the kilojoule/second value by 1.34048257373. For example, 25 kJ/s × 1.34048257373 = 33.5120643432 hp (electric).
What is 10 kilojoule/second in horsepower (electric)?
10 kJ/s = 13.4048257373 hp (electric).
Which unit is larger, the kilojoule/second or the horsepower (electric)?
The kilojoule/second is the larger unit: 1 kJ/s = 1.34048257373 hp (electric).