Convert BTU/h to horsepower
Enter the number of btu per hour that you want to convert to horsepower.
How to Convert BTU per Hour to Horsepower
The btu per hour and horsepower (mechanical) are both units of power. 1 horsepower (mechanical) equals 2544.4335806 btu per hour. This means to convert btu per hour to horsepower, you divide by 2544.4335806.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 BTU/h to horsepower:
We need to convert btu per hour to horsepower
Since 1 hp = 2544.4335806 BTU/h, divide by 2544.4335806
5 ÷ 2544.4335806 = 0.0019650739
5 BTU/h = 0.0019650739 hp
BTU per Hour to Horsepower (Mechanical) Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common btu per hour to horsepower (mechanical) conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| BTU per Hour (BTU/h) | Horsepower (hp) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 BTU/h | 3.9301477847e-5 hp |
| 0.5 BTU/h | 0.0001965074 hp |
| 1 BTU/h | 0.0003930148 hp |
| 2 BTU/h | 0.0007860296 hp |
| 5 BTU/h | 0.0019650739 hp |
| 10 BTU/h | 0.0039301478 hp |
| 25 BTU/h | 0.0098253695 hp |
| 50 BTU/h | 0.0196507389 hp |
| 100 BTU/h | 0.0393014778 hp |
About These Units
BTU per Hour (BTU/h)
BTU per hour (BTU/h or BTUH) measures heating and cooling capacity. Air conditioners are rated in BTU/h (window unit: 5,000-12,000 BTU/h, central AC: 24,000-60,000 BTU/h). Furnaces range from 40,000-200,000 BTU/h. One BTU/h equals 0.293 watts.
Horsepower (Mechanical) (hp)
Mechanical horsepower (hp) equals 745.7 watts or 550 foot-pounds per second. Horsepower rates car engines (average car: 150-300 hp), boat motors, and industrial equipment. Defined by James Watt based on horse-powered mill work. One hp can lift 550 pounds one foot in one second.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert btu per hour to horsepower?
To convert btu per hour to horsepower, divide the value by 2544.4335806. For example, 10 BTU/h = 0.0039301478 hp.
How many horsepower are in 1 btu per hour?
1 btu per hour equals 0.0003930148 horsepower.
What is the formula for btu per hour to horsepower?
The formula is: hp = BTU/h ÷ 2544.4335806.