BTU per Hour to Megawatt Converter
Convert BTU per Hour to Megawatts
Quick Conversions
How to Convert BTU per Hour to Megawatts
Converting British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/h) to megawatts (MW) is a common conversion. One BTU/h is equal to approximately 2.93071e-7 megawatts.
Formula
Megawatts = BTU/h × 2.93071e-7
or
MW = BTU/h × 2.93071e-7
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in BTU/h
- Multiply that number by 2.93071e-7
- The result is the equivalent amount in megawatts
Examples
- 1 BTU/h = 2.93071e-7 MW
- 1,000,000 BTU/h = 0.293071 MW
- 3,412,140 BTU/h = 1 MW
When to Convert BTU per Hour to Megawatts
This conversion is essential for large-scale energy calculations, such as in power plants, industrial facilities, and national grids.
Common BTU per Hour to Megawatts Conversions
Here is a table of common BTU per hour to megawatt conversions for quick reference:
| BTU/h | Megawatts (MW) | BTU/h | Megawatts (MW) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.93071e-7 | 1,000,000 | 0.293071 |
| 10 | 2.93071e-6 | 10,000,000 | 2.93071 |
| 100 | 2.93071e-5 | 100,000,000 | 29.3071 |
| 1,000 | 0.000293071 | 1,000,000,000 | 293.071 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many megawatts are in a BTU per hour?
There are approximately 2.93071e-7 megawatts in one BTU per hour.
Why is the conversion factor 2.93071e-7?
One BTU is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit. One megawatt is 1,000,000 watts, and one watt is approximately 3.41214 BTU/h. Therefore, one BTU/h is 1 / 3.41214 = 0.293071 watts, and 0.293071 / 1,000,000 = 2.93071e-7 megawatts.