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The BTU (British Thermal Unit) to Watts conversion is used to convert power measurements between imperial and metric systems. BTU per hour is commonly used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, while watts are the standard SI unit for power.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
Where:
Explanation: One BTU per hour is equivalent to approximately 0.293 watts. This conversion factor allows for accurate translation between the two power measurement systems.
Details: Accurate power unit conversion is essential for engineers, HVAC technicians, and energy professionals working with international standards, equipment specifications, and energy efficiency calculations across different measurement systems.
Tips: Enter the BTU per hour value in the input field. The value must be positive and greater than zero. The calculator will automatically compute and display the equivalent power in watts.
Q1: What is a BTU?
A: A British Thermal Unit (BTU) is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.
Q2: Why convert BTU/h to watts?
A: Conversion is necessary when working with international equipment specifications, electrical systems, or when comparing energy efficiency across different measurement standards.
Q3: What is the typical application of this conversion?
A: Commonly used in HVAC system design, appliance energy ratings, generator sizing, and international energy compliance calculations.
Q4: How accurate is the conversion factor?
A: The conversion factor 0.29307107 is typically rounded to 0.293 for practical calculations, providing sufficient accuracy for most engineering applications.
Q5: Can this conversion be used for all power measurements?
A: This specific conversion applies to power measurements. For energy conversions (BTU to watt-hours), a different approach is required.