Convert kilowatt-hour to watt-second
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt-hour [kW*h] to watt-second [W*s], or Convert watt-second to kilowatt-hour.
How to Convert Kilowatt-Hour to Watt-Second
1 kW*h = 3600000 W*s
Example: convert 15 kW*h to W*s:
15 kW*h = 15 × 3600000 W*s = 54000000 W*s
Kilowatt-Hour to Watt-Second Conversion Table
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Kilowatt-Hour
A kilowatt-hour (kW·h) is a unit of energy equal to the energy transferred or used when a power of one kilowatt is sustained for one hour.
History/Origin
The kilowatt-hour originated in the late 19th century with the development of electrical power systems, becoming a standard unit for measuring electrical energy consumption and billing.
Current Use
It is widely used today in electricity billing, energy consumption monitoring, and in various engineering and scientific applications to quantify electrical energy usage.
Watt-Second
A watt-second (W·s) is a unit of energy equivalent to one joule, representing the amount of energy transferred or converted when one watt of power is applied for one second.
History/Origin
The watt-second originated from the SI system of units, where the watt (W) is the SI derived unit of power, and the second (s) is the SI base unit of time. It has been used historically in physics and engineering to quantify energy, especially in contexts where energy transfer occurs over short durations.
Current Use
The watt-second is primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts to measure small amounts of energy, such as in electrical and mechanical systems. It is often replaced by the joule in modern applications but remains a recognized unit within the energy converter category.