Power

BTU/hr to kW conversion

Convert BTU per hour (BTU/hr) to kilowatt (kW). Power is energy per unit time — the rating of pumps, compressors, motors, and heat duties.

1 BTU/hr = 0.0002930711 kW

Formula

To convert BTU per hour to kilowatt, multiply the BTU/hr value by 0.0002930711. To go the other way, divide by 0.0002930711 (or multiply by 3412.142).

BTU/hr to kW conversion table

BTU/hrkW
10.0002930711
20.0005861421
50.001465355
100.002930711
250.007326777
500.01465355
1000.02930711
2500.07326777
5000.1465355
10000.2930711

Used in practice

Rotating-equipment duties are quoted in kW or hp; heat duties in kW, MW, or BTU/hr.

Electrical input, shaft power, and hydraulic power differ by the efficiencies between them — label which one a number refers to.

Worked example. A power of 341214.2 BTU/hr is 100 kW.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert BTU per hour to kilowatt?

Multiply the value in BTU/hr by 0.0002930711 to get kW. For example, 10 BTU/hr = 0.002930711 kW.

What is 1 BTU/hr in kW?

1 BTU/hr equals 0.0002930711 kW.

Where is this conversion used?

Rotating-equipment duties are quoted in kW or hp; heat duties in kW, MW, or BTU/hr.

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