Conversion Formula
$$P_{\text{BTU/h}} = P_{\text{kW}} \times 3412.14$$
Multiply kilowatts by 3412.14 to get BTU per hour.
kW to BTU/h Conversion Table
| Kilowatt (kW) | BTU per Hour (BTU/h) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 341.214 |
| 0.5 | 1,706.07 |
| 1 | 3,412.14 |
| 2 | 6,824.28 |
| 5 | 17,060.7 |
| 10 | 34,121.4 |
| 25 | 85,303.5 |
| 50 | 170,607 |
| 100 | 341,214 |
| 250 | 853,035 |
| 500 | 1,706,070 |
| 1,000 | 3,412,140 |
kW to BTU/h in Engineering
Power conversions are critical for motor selection, HVAC load calculations, electrical system design, and energy analysis. Engineers frequently convert between horsepower, kilowatts, and BTU/h across disciplines.
Kilowatt: Common unit for electrical motors, generators, and building electrical loads.
BTU per Hour: Standard US unit for heating and cooling capacity. Essential for HVAC load calculations.