Convert BTU to kWh
Type the number of btu that you wish to convert to kilowatt-hours.
How to Convert BTU to Kilowatt-hours
The british thermal unit and kilowatt-hour are both units of energy. 1 kilowatt-hour equals 3412.1416331 btu. This means to convert btu to kilowatt-hours, you divide by 3412.1416331.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 BTU to kilowatt-hours:
We need to convert btu to kilowatt-hours
Since 1 kWh = 3412.1416331 BTU, divide by 3412.1416331
5 ÷ 3412.1416331 = 0.0014653554
5 BTU = 0.0014653554 kWh
British Thermal Unit to Kilowatt-hour Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common british thermal unit to kilowatt-hour conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| BTU (BTU) | Kilowatt-hours (kWh) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 BTU | 2.9307107017e-5 kWh |
| 0.5 BTU | 0.0001465355 kWh |
| 1 BTU | 0.0002930711 kWh |
| 2 BTU | 0.0005861421 kWh |
| 5 BTU | 0.0014653554 kWh |
| 10 BTU | 0.0029307107 kWh |
| 25 BTU | 0.0073267768 kWh |
| 50 BTU | 0.0146535535 kWh |
| 100 BTU | 0.029307107 kWh |
About These Units
British Thermal Unit (BTU)
A British Thermal Unit (BTU) is the energy needed to raise 1 pound of water by 1°F, equal to approximately 1,055 joules. BTUs measure heating/cooling capacity (AC units: 5,000-25,000 BTU), fuel energy content, and HVAC systems. One BTU equals 252 calories.
Kilowatt-hour (kWh)
A kilowatt-hour (kWh) is the standard unit for electricity billing, equal to 1,000 watt-hours or 3.6 megajoules. Average US home uses 900 kWh monthly. Running a 100W bulb for 10 hours uses 1 kWh. Electricity costs $0.10-0.30 per kWh typically.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert btu to kilowatt-hours?
To convert btu to kilowatt-hours, divide the value by 3412.1416331. For example, 10 BTU = 0.0029307107 kWh.
How many kilowatt-hours are in 1 british thermal unit?
1 british thermal unit equals 0.0002930711 kilowatt-hours.
What is the formula for btu to kilowatt-hours?
The formula is: kWh = BTU ÷ 3412.1416331.