Power

MMBTU/hr to kW conversion

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

1 MMBTU/hr = 293.0711 kW

Formula

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

MMBTU/hr to kW conversion table

MMBTU/hr	kW
1	293.0711
2	586.1421
5	1465.355
10	2930.711
25	7326.777
50	14653.55
100	29307.11
250	73267.77
500	146535.5
1000	293071.1

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 0.3412142 MMBTU/hr is 100 kW.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert million BTU per hour to kilowatt?

Multiply the value in MMBTU/hr by 293.0711 to get kW. For example, 10 MMBTU/hr = 2930.711 kW.

What is 1 MMBTU/hr in kW?

1 MMBTU/hr equals 293.0711 kW.

Where is this conversion used?