BTU per Hour to Watt Converter
Convert BTU per Hour to Watts
Quick Conversions
How to Convert BTU per Hour to Watts
Converting British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/h) to watts (W) is a common conversion in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. One BTU/h is equal to approximately 0.293071 watts.
Formula
Watts = BTU/h × 0.293071
or
W = BTU/h × 0.293071
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in BTU/h
- Multiply that number by 0.293071
- The result is the equivalent amount in watts
Examples
- 1 BTU/h = 0.293071 W
- 1000 BTU/h = 293.071 W
- 3.41214 BTU/h = 1 W
When to Convert BTU per Hour to Watts
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 Watts Conversions
Here is a table of common BTU per hour to watt conversions for quick reference:
| BTU/h | Watts (W) | BTU/h | Watts (W) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.293071 | 1000 | 293.071 |
| 10 | 2.93071 | 10,000 | 2930.71 |
| 100 | 29.3071 | 100,000 | 29307.1 |
| 1000 | 293.071 | 1,000,000 | 293071 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many watts are in a BTU per hour?
There are approximately 0.293071 watts in one BTU per hour.
Why is the conversion factor 0.293071?
One BTU is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit. One watt is defined as one joule per second. The conversion factor arises from the relationship between joules and BTUs, and seconds and hours.