Convert kW to BTU/h
Enter the number of kilowatts that you want to convert to btu per hour.
How to Convert Kilowatts to BTU per Hour
The kilowatt and btu per hour are both units of power. 1 kilowatt equals 3412.1416351 btu per hour. This means to convert kilowatts to btu per hour, you multiply by 3412.1416351.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kW to btu per hour:
We need to convert kilowatts to btu per hour
Since 1 kW = 3412.1416351 BTU/h, multiply by 3412.1416351
5 × 3412.1416351 = 17060.708176
5 kW = 17060.708176 BTU/h
Kilowatt to BTU per Hour Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kilowatt to btu per hour conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kilowatts (kW) | BTU per Hour (BTU/h) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kW | 341.21416351 BTU/h |
| 0.5 kW | 1706.0708176 BTU/h |
| 1 kW | 3412.1416351 BTU/h |
| 2 kW | 6824.2832703 BTU/h |
| 5 kW | 17060.708176 BTU/h |
| 10 kW | 34121.416351 BTU/h |
| 25 kW | 85303.540878 BTU/h |
| 50 kW | 170607.08176 BTU/h |
| 100 kW | 341214.16351 BTU/h |
About These Units
Kilowatt (kW)
A kilowatt (kW) equals 1,000 watts. Kilowatts rate appliance power (space heater: 1.5 kW, hair dryer: 1.8 kW), electric vehicle motors (50-300 kW), and home electrical capacity. Average US home has 200-amp service providing about 48 kW maximum.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kilowatts to btu per hour?
To convert kilowatts to btu per hour, multiply the value by 3412.1416351. For example, 10 kW = 34121.416351 BTU/h.
How many btu per hour are in 1 kilowatt?
1 kilowatt equals 3412.1416351 btu per hour.
What is the formula for kilowatts to btu per hour?
The formula is: BTU/h = kW × 3412.1416351.