Convert kilowatt to MBtu (IT)/hour
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt [kW] to MBtu (IT)/hour [MBtu/h], or Convert MBtu (IT)/hour to kilowatt.
1 kW = 0.00341214163513 MBtu/h. To convert kilowatt to MBtu (IT)/hour, multiply the value by 0.00341214163513; to go the other way, divide by it (1 MBtu/h = 293.07107 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 = 0.00341214163513 MBtu/h
- 1 MBtu/h = 293.07107 kW
- 10 kW = 0.0341214163513 MBtu/h
- 100 kW = 0.341214163513 MBtu/h
How to Convert Kilowatt to Mbtu (It)/hour
1 kW = 0.00341214163513308 MBtu/h
Example: convert 15 kW to MBtu/h:
15 kW = 15 × 0.00341214163513308 MBtu/h = 0.0511821245269961 MBtu/h
Kilowatt to Mbtu (It)/hour Conversion Table
| kilowatt | MBtu (IT)/hour |
|---|---|
| 1 kW | 0.00341214163513 MBtu/h |
| 2 kW | 0.00682428327027 MBtu/h |
| 3 kW | 0.0102364249054 MBtu/h |
| 5 kW | 0.0170607081757 MBtu/h |
| 10 kW | 0.0341214163513 MBtu/h |
| 20 kW | 0.0682428327027 MBtu/h |
| 50 kW | 0.170607081757 MBtu/h |
| 100 kW | 0.341214163513 MBtu/h |
| 500 kW | 1.70607081757 MBtu/h |
| 1000 kW | 3.41214163513 MBtu/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.
Mbtu (It)/hour
MBtu/h (Million British thermal units per hour) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption, particularly in heating, cooling, and energy industries.
History/Origin
The MBtu/h unit originated from the British thermal unit (Btu), a traditional unit of heat energy, with the 'Million' prefix indicating a large-scale measurement. It has been used primarily in the United States and industry contexts to quantify energy flow rates in power and energy systems.
Current Use
Today, MBtu/h is used in the energy sector to specify heating and cooling capacities, energy production rates, and power consumption in industrial and commercial applications, especially where large-scale thermal energy transfer is involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilowatt in MBtu (IT)/hour?
1 kilowatt (kW) = 0.00341214163513 MBtu (IT)/hour (MBtu/h).
How do you convert kilowatt to MBtu (IT)/hour?
Multiply the kilowatt value by 0.00341214163513. For example, 25 kW × 0.00341214163513 = 0.0853035408783 MBtu/h.
What is 10 kilowatt in MBtu (IT)/hour?
10 kW = 0.0341214163513 MBtu/h.
Which unit is larger, the kilowatt or the MBtu (IT)/hour?
The MBtu (IT)/hour is the larger unit: 1 kW equals only 0.00341214163513 MBtu/h.