Convert kilowatt to Btu (IT)/hour
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt [kW] to Btu (IT)/hour [Btu/h], or Convert Btu (IT)/hour to kilowatt.
1 kW = 3412.14163513 Btu/h. To convert kilowatt to Btu (IT)/hour, multiply the value by 3412.14163513; to go the other way, divide by it (1 Btu/h = 0.00029307107 kW). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kW = 3412.14163513 Btu/h
- 1 Btu/h = 0.00029307107 kW
- 10 kW = 34121.4163513 Btu/h
- 100 kW = 341214.163513 Btu/h
How to Convert Kilowatt to Btu (It)/hour
1 kW = 3412.14163513308 Btu/h
Example: convert 15 kW to Btu/h:
15 kW = 15 × 3412.14163513308 Btu/h = 51182.1245269961 Btu/h
Kilowatt to Btu (It)/hour Conversion Table
| kilowatt | Btu (IT)/hour |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 3412.14163513 Btu/h |
| 2 kW | 6824.28327027 Btu/h |
| 3 kW | 10236.4249054 Btu/h |
| 5 kW | 17060.7081757 Btu/h |
| 10 kW | 34121.4163513 Btu/h |
| 20 kW | 68242.8327027 Btu/h |
| 50 kW | 170607.081757 Btu/h |
| 100 kW | 341214.163513 Btu/h |
| 500 kW | 1706070.81757 Btu/h |
| 1000 kW | 3412141.63513 Btu/h |
Kilowatt
A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History/Origin
The kilowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a practical unit for measuring larger power outputs, especially in engineering and electrical contexts, and has been widely adopted since the 20th century.
Current Use
The kilowatt is commonly used today to specify the power output of engines, electrical appliances, and power generation facilities, as well as in billing for electricity consumption and capacity ratings.
Btu (It)/hour
Btu (IT)/hour (Btu/h) is a unit of power that measures the rate of energy transfer, specifically the amount of British thermal units (IT) transferred per hour.
History/Origin
The Btu (IT) originated from the British thermal unit used in the United States and was standardized for industrial and engineering purposes. The per-hour notation became common in applications requiring power measurement, especially in heating and cooling systems.
Current Use
Btu/h is widely used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industries to specify the capacity of heating and cooling equipment, as well as in energy analysis and thermodynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilowatt in Btu (IT)/hour?
1 kilowatt (kW) = 3412.14163513 Btu (IT)/hour (Btu/h).
How do you convert kilowatt to Btu (IT)/hour?
Multiply the kilowatt value by 3412.14163513. For example, 25 kW × 3412.14163513 = 85303.5408783 Btu/h.
What is 10 kilowatt in Btu (IT)/hour?
10 kW = 34121.4163513 Btu/h.
Which unit is larger, the kilowatt or the Btu (IT)/hour?
The kilowatt is the larger unit: 1 kW = 3412.14163513 Btu/h.