Convert pferdestarke to dekawatt
Please provide values below to convert pferdestarke [ps] to dekawatt [daW], or Convert dekawatt to pferdestarke.
1 ps = 73.549875 daW. To convert pferdestarke to dekawatt, multiply the value by 73.549875; to go the other way, divide by it (1 daW = 0.013596216173 ps). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ps = 73.549875 daW
- 1 daW = 0.013596216173 ps
- 10 ps = 735.49875 daW
- 100 ps = 7354.9875 daW
How to Convert Pferdestarke to Dekawatt
1 ps = 73.549875 daW
Example: convert 15 ps to daW:
15 ps = 15 × 73.549875 daW = 1103.248125 daW
Pferdestarke to Dekawatt Conversion Table
| pferdestarke | dekawatt |
|---|---|
| 1 ps | 73.549875 daW |
| 2 ps | 147.09975 daW |
| 3 ps | 220.649625 daW |
| 5 ps | 367.749375 daW |
| 10 ps | 735.49875 daW |
| 20 ps | 1470.9975 daW |
| 50 ps | 3677.49375 daW |
| 100 ps | 7354.9875 daW |
| 500 ps | 36774.9375 daW |
| 1000 ps | 73549.875 daW |
Pferdestarke
The pferdestarke (ps) is a unit of power used primarily in Germany, equivalent to 735.5 watts.
History/Origin
The pferdestarke was introduced in the late 19th century as a metric unit of horsepower, named after the German word for 'horsepower'. It was used to measure engine power, especially in automotive and engineering contexts.
Current Use
Today, the pferdestarke is largely obsolete and replaced by the SI unit watt, but it is still occasionally used in historical references and in certain European countries for measuring engine power.
Dekawatt
A dekawatt (daW) is a unit of power equal to 10 watts.
History/Origin
The dekawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's prefixes for larger units of power, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts, but it is not widely adopted in everyday use.
Current Use
The dekawatt is rarely used in modern practice; power measurements are typically expressed in watts or kilowatts. It may appear in specialized technical fields or historical references.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pferdestarke in dekawatt?
1 pferdestarke (ps) = 73.549875 dekawatt (daW).
How do you convert pferdestarke to dekawatt?
Multiply the pferdestarke value by 73.549875. For example, 25 ps × 73.549875 = 1838.746875 daW.
What is 10 pferdestarke in dekawatt?
10 ps = 735.49875 daW.
Which unit is larger, the pferdestarke or the dekawatt?
The pferdestarke is the larger unit: 1 ps = 73.549875 daW.