Power

kW to MMBTU/hr conversion

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

1 kW = 0.003412142 MMBTU/hr

Formula

To convert kilowatt to million BTU per hour, multiply the kW value by 0.003412142. To go the other way, divide by 0.003412142 (or multiply by 293.0711).

kW to MMBTU/hr conversion table

kW	MMBTU/hr
1	0.003412142
2	0.006824283
5	0.01706071
10	0.03412142
25	0.08530354
50	0.1706071
100	0.3412142
250	0.8530354
500	1.706071
1000	3.412142

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 100 kW is 0.3412142 MMBTU/hr.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert kilowatt to million BTU per hour?

Multiply the value in kW by 0.003412142 to get MMBTU/hr. For example, 10 kW = 0.03412142 MMBTU/hr.

What is 1 kW in MMBTU/hr?

1 kW equals 0.003412142 MMBTU/hr.

Where is this conversion used?