Convert calorie (IT)/hour to kilowatt
Please provide values below to convert calorie (IT)/hour [cal/h] to kilowatt [kW], or Convert kilowatt to calorie (IT)/hour.
How to Convert Calorie (It)/hour to Kilowatt
1 cal/h = 0.001163 kW
Example: convert 15 cal/h to kW:
15 cal/h = 15 × 0.001163 kW = 0.017445 kW
Calorie (It)/hour to Kilowatt Conversion Table
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Calorie (It)/hour
Calorie per hour (cal/h) is a unit of power that measures the rate at which energy in calories is transferred or consumed over time.
History/Origin
The calorie has been used historically in nutrition and thermodynamics to quantify energy. The cal/h unit emerged in contexts where energy transfer rates were expressed in calories per hour, particularly in heating and metabolic studies.
Current Use
Cal/h is used in specific scientific and engineering applications, such as measuring heat transfer rates, metabolic rates, and in some thermal engineering contexts, although it is less common than 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.