How to Calculate & Formula Details
Mathematical Model Formula
1 horsepower = 745.699872 watts. 1 kW = 1,000 watts. 1 watt = 3.412142 BTU/h.A power converter translates rate-of-energy-use units between watts (electrical), horsepower (mechanical/automotive), and BTU per hour (HVAC).
Key Conversion Factors
- 1 horsepower (hp) = 745.699872 watts
- 1 kilowatt (kW) = 1,000 watts ≈ 1.341 hp
- 1 watt = 3.412142 BTU per hour