Kilowatts to btu per hour converter
Convert Kilowatts (kW) to btu per hour (BTU IT/h). Calculate a value, check the formula and compare common measurements.
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What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Value | Enter value using the definition in the method and example. |
| From | Select the unit or currency in which the entered number is currently expressed. |
| To | Select the unit or currency you need for the answer. |
Understanding your result
The converted value describes the same power quantity in the selected target unit. Display rounding does not add precision to the original measurement.
Common mistakes
- Confusing the source and target units, or overlooking a prefix or case-sensitive symbol.
Check your calculation
- Convert to the target unit and then reverse the direction. Within display rounding, you should recover the original value.
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How do I convert kilowatts to btu per hour?
Enter the value in kilowatts to find the same power quantity in btu per hour. The number changes to match the unit; the underlying quantity stays the same. Check the definitions below when a unit has more than one convention.
Common uses
- Compare power ratings in different units.
- Translate power measurements on equipment specifications.
How it works
For the displayed direction, 1 kW equals 3412.14163313 BTU IT/h. The engine converts through the shared power base quantity. Horsepower is mechanical unless marked metric. PS equals metric horsepower. Refrigeration tons use the US 12,000 BTU IT/h convention. The multiplier is derived from the two centralized unit factors. Keep full precision until the final result; displayed answers use up to 12 significant digits.
Worked example
10 kW converts to 34121.4163313 BTU IT/h. For the reverse direction, swap the units and enter 34121.4163313 BTU IT/h; the result is approximately 10 kW.
FAQ
How do I convert kW to BTU IT/h?
BTU IT/h = kW × 3412.14163313
Which definition is used?
Horsepower is mechanical unless marked metric. PS equals metric horsepower. Refrigeration tons use the US 12,000 BTU IT/h convention.
Common values
Use “Swap units” above for the reverse conversion. Values below are rounded to six significant digits.
| Kilowatts | btu per hour |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3412.14 |
| 5 | 17060.7 |
| 10 | 34121.4 |
| 20 | 68242.8 |
| 30 | 102364 |
| 50 | 170607 |
| 100 | 341214 |