Convert kilowatt to Btu (th)/hour
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt [kW] to Btu (th)/hour [Btu(th)/h], or Convert Btu (th)/hour to kilowatt.
1 kW = 3414.42478381 Btu(th)/h. To convert kilowatt to Btu (th)/hour, multiply the value by 3414.42478381; to go the other way, divide by it (1 Btu(th)/h = 0.0002928751 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 = 3414.42478381 Btu(th)/h
- 1 Btu(th)/h = 0.0002928751 kW
- 10 kW = 34144.2478381 Btu(th)/h
- 100 kW = 341442.478381 Btu(th)/h
How to Convert Kilowatt to Btu (Th)/hour
1 kW = 3414.42478380716 Btu(th)/h
Example: convert 15 kW to Btu(th)/h:
15 kW = 15 × 3414.42478380716 Btu(th)/h = 51216.3717571074 Btu(th)/h
Kilowatt to Btu (Th)/hour Conversion Table
| kilowatt | Btu (th)/hour |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 3414.42478381 Btu(th)/h |
| 2 kW | 6828.84956761 Btu(th)/h |
| 3 kW | 10243.2743514 Btu(th)/h |
| 5 kW | 17072.123919 Btu(th)/h |
| 10 kW | 34144.2478381 Btu(th)/h |
| 20 kW | 68288.4956761 Btu(th)/h |
| 50 kW | 170721.23919 Btu(th)/h |
| 100 kW | 341442.478381 Btu(th)/h |
| 500 kW | 1707212.3919 Btu(th)/h |
| 1000 kW | 3414424.78381 Btu(th)/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 (Th)/hour
Btu (th)/hour is a unit of power that measures the rate of energy transfer, specifically the amount of thermal energy in British thermal units (Btu) delivered or consumed per hour.
History/Origin
The Btu (th)/hour originated from the British thermal unit (Btu), a traditional unit of heat energy, and has been used primarily in the heating and energy industries to quantify thermal power rates. Its usage dates back to the early 20th century as a standard measure in thermal energy calculations.
Current Use
Today, Btu (th)/hour is used mainly in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, as well as in energy consumption and efficiency assessments, to specify thermal power rates of equipment and systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilowatt in Btu (th)/hour?
1 kilowatt (kW) = 3414.42478381 Btu (th)/hour (Btu(th)/h).
How do you convert kilowatt to Btu (th)/hour?
Multiply the kilowatt value by 3414.42478381. For example, 25 kW × 3414.42478381 = 85360.6195952 Btu(th)/h.
What is 10 kilowatt in Btu (th)/hour?
10 kW = 34144.2478381 Btu(th)/h.
Which unit is larger, the kilowatt or the Btu (th)/hour?
The kilowatt is the larger unit: 1 kW = 3414.42478381 Btu(th)/h.