Convert watt to horsepower
Please provide values below to convert watt [W] to horsepower [hp], or Convert horsepower to watt.
1 W = 0.00134102185866 hp. To convert watt to horsepower, multiply the value by 0.00134102185866; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 745.7 W). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 W = 0.00134102185866 hp
- 1 hp = 745.7 W
- 10 W = 0.0134102185866 hp
- 100 W = 0.134102185866 hp
How to Convert Watt to Horsepower
1 W = 0.0013410218586563 hp
Example: convert 15 W to hp:
15 W = 15 × 0.0013410218586563 hp = 0.0201153278798444 hp
Watt to Horsepower Conversion Table
| watt | horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 W | 0.00134102185866 hp |
| 2 W | 0.00268204371731 hp |
| 3 W | 0.00402306557597 hp |
| 5 W | 0.00670510929328 hp |
| 10 W | 0.0134102185866 hp |
| 20 W | 0.0268204371731 hp |
| 50 W | 0.0670510929328 hp |
| 100 W | 0.134102185866 hp |
| 500 W | 0.670510929328 hp |
| 1000 W | 1.34102185866 hp |
Watt
The watt (W) is the SI unit of power, defined as one joule per second, representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion.
History/Origin
The watt was named after James Watt, the Scottish engineer and inventor, in 1889. It was adopted as the SI unit of power to standardize measurements in science and engineering.
Current Use
The watt is widely used today to quantify power in electrical devices, engines, and energy consumption, serving as a fundamental unit in physics, engineering, and everyday applications.
Horsepower
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement originally developed to compare the power of engines and motors, representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
History/Origin
The term was introduced in the late 18th century by James Watt to compare the power of steam engines to draft horses. It became a standard unit in engineering and automotive industries, with its definition evolving over time from mechanical to metric standards.
Current Use
Horsepower is widely used today to rate the power output of engines, motors, and other machinery, especially in automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. It remains a common unit for expressing engine power in many countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 watt in horsepower?
1 watt (W) = 0.00134102185866 horsepower (hp).
How do you convert watt to horsepower?
Multiply the watt value by 0.00134102185866. For example, 25 W × 0.00134102185866 = 0.0335255464664 hp.
What is 10 watt in horsepower?
10 W = 0.0134102185866 hp.
Which unit is larger, the watt or the horsepower?
The horsepower is the larger unit: 1 W equals only 0.00134102185866 hp.