Convert Btu (th)/second to kilowatt
Please provide values below to convert Btu (th)/second [Btu(th)/s] to kilowatt [kW], or Convert kilowatt to Btu (th)/second.
How to Convert Btu (Th)/second to Kilowatt
1 Btu(th)/s = 1.05435 kW
Example: convert 15 Btu(th)/s to kW:
15 Btu(th)/s = 15 × 1.05435 kW = 15.81525 kW
Btu (Th)/second to Kilowatt Conversion Table
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Btu (Th)/second
Btu (th)/second is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer, specifically one British thermal unit (th) per second.
History/Origin
The British thermal unit (th) has been used historically in the United States for measuring heat energy, and its use in power units like Btu (th)/s dates back to traditional energy and heat transfer calculations in engineering and thermodynamics.
Current Use
Btu (th)/second is primarily used in the United States for industrial and engineering applications involving heat transfer rates, although it is less common compared to SI units like watts.
Kilowatt
A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History/Origin
The kilowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a practical unit for measuring larger power outputs, especially in engineering and electrical contexts, and has been widely adopted since the 20th century.
Current Use
The kilowatt is commonly used today to specify the power output of engines, electrical appliances, and power generation facilities, as well as in billing for electricity consumption and capacity ratings.