BTU per Hour to Horsepower Converter
Convert BTU per Hour to Horsepower
Quick Conversions
How to Convert BTU per Hour to Horsepower
Converting British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/h) to horsepower (hp) is a common conversion. One BTU/h is equal to approximately 0.00039301 horsepower.
Formula
Horsepower = BTU/h × 0.00039301
or
hp = BTU/h × 0.00039301
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in BTU/h
- Multiply that number by 0.00039301
- The result is the equivalent amount in horsepower
Examples
- 1 BTU/h = 0.00039301 hp
- 1000 BTU/h = 0.39301 hp
- 2544.43 BTU/h = 1 hp
When to Convert BTU per Hour to Horsepower
This conversion is essential for sizing heating and cooling equipment, calculating energy consumption, and understanding the thermal performance of various systems.
Common BTU per Hour to Horsepower Conversions
Here is a table of common BTU per hour to horsepower conversions for quick reference:
| BTU/h | Horsepower (hp) | BTU/h | Horsepower (hp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00039301 | 1000 | 0.39301 |
| 10 | 0.0039301 | 10,000 | 3.9301 |
| 100 | 0.039301 | 100,000 | 39.301 |
| 1000 | 0.39301 | 1,000,000 | 393.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many horsepower are in a BTU per hour?
There are approximately 0.00039301 horsepower in one BTU per hour.
Why is the conversion factor 0.00039301?
One BTU is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit. One horsepower is defined as 745.7 watts, and one watt is approximately 3.41214 BTU/h. Therefore, one BTU/h is 1 / 3.41214 = 0.293071 watts, and 0.293071 / 745.7 = 0.00039301 horsepower.