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Power Converter
Convert between watts, horsepower, BTU/h, and more
Calculator
1.341021859
1 Kilowatts = 1.341021859 Horsepower
Quick Conversions
Watts:1000
Metric:1.359621155
BTU:3412.14245
Megawatts:0.001
Common Conversions
1 hp = 745.7 W
1 kW = 1.341 hp
1 hp = 550 ft·lbf/s
1 kW = 3412 BTU/h
1 PS = 735.5 W
1 MW = 1000 kW
How to Use
Convert power units
1
Enter power
Input watts, HP, kW
2
Select from unit
Choose source unit
3
Select to unit
Choose target unit
4
Apply result
Use for motors, appliances
Power Conversion
1 HP = 745.7 W | 1 kW = 1000 W | Power = V × I
Power = energy transfer rate. SI unit is watt (W). 1 W = 1 J/s.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 HP = 745.7 watts. Divide watts by 746. Example: 1500W = 2.01 HP. Metric HP (PS) = 735.5 W.
1 HP = 0.746 kW, 1 kW = 1.34 HP. Electric cars use kW (global), gas cars use HP. 100 kW = 134 HP.
Power (W) = Voltage × Current. 120V × 10A = 1200W. Power = Energy/Time: 1 W = 1 J/s.
kVA = apparent power, kW = real power. kW = kVA × power factor (0.8-0.95). 10 kVA ≈ 8 kW real.
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