Power Converter

    Convert between different power units including watts, kilowatts, horsepower, BTU per hour, and more with instant precision.

    Power Converter

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    About Power Conversion

    Power is the rate of energy transfer or conversion. Understanding power units is essential for electrical engineering, automotive applications, and energy efficiency calculations.

    Common Power Units

    • Watt (W): SI unit of power, commonly used in electrical applications
    • Kilowatt (kW): 1,000 watts, used for household electrical consumption
    • Horsepower (hp): Traditional unit for mechanical power, especially in automotive
    • BTU/hour: British Thermal Unit per hour, used in HVAC systems

    Power Conversion Facts

    • 1 Horsepower ≈ 746 Watts
    • 1 Kilowatt = 1,000 Watts
    • 1 Megawatt = 1,000,000 Watts
    • Power = Energy ÷ Time

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