Convert kWh to BTU
Input the number of kilowatt-hours you want to convert to btu.
How to Convert Kilowatt-hours to BTU
The kilowatt-hour and british thermal unit are both units of energy. 1 kilowatt-hour equals 3412.1416331 btu. This means to convert kilowatt-hours to btu, you multiply by 3412.1416331.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kWh to btu:
We need to convert kilowatt-hours to btu
Since 1 kWh = 3412.1416331 BTU, multiply by 3412.1416331
5 × 3412.1416331 = 17060.708166
5 kWh = 17060.708166 BTU
Kilowatt-hour to British Thermal Unit Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilowatt-hour to british thermal unit conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilowatt-hours (kWh) | BTU (BTU) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kWh | 341.21416331 BTU |
| 0.5 kWh | 1706.0708166 BTU |
| 1 kWh | 3412.1416331 BTU |
| 2 kWh | 6824.2832663 BTU |
| 5 kWh | 17060.708166 BTU |
| 10 kWh | 34121.416331 BTU |
| 25 kWh | 85303.540828 BTU |
| 50 kWh | 170607.08166 BTU |
| 100 kWh | 341214.16331 BTU |
About These Units
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilowatt-hours to btu?
To convert kilowatt-hours to btu, multiply the value by 3412.1416331. For example, 10 kWh = 34121.416331 BTU.
How many btu are in 1 kilowatt-hour?
1 kilowatt-hour equals 3412.1416331 btu.
What is the formula for kilowatt-hours to btu?
The formula is: BTU = kWh × 3412.1416331.