BTU/hr ↔ Watts Converter
Convert between BTU per hour and watts instantly
British Thermal Units per hour
Electrical power unit (W)
Conversion Result
3412 BTU/hr = 1000 watts
1 kW • 1.34 horsepower • 3.6 million joules/hour
📚 BTU/hr ↔ Watts Conversion Details
BTU/hr to Watts Formula
watts = BTU/hr × 0.29307107
To convert BTU per hour to watts, multiply by approximately 0.29307107.
Watts to BTU/hr Formula
BTU/hr = watts × 3.41214163
To convert watts to BTU per hour, multiply by approximately 3.41214163.
Bidirectional Conversion
This converter works both ways simultaneously:
- Type in BTU/hr → watts updates automatically
- Type in watts → BTU/hr updates automatically
- No buttons to click - works as you type
Common Uses
- Air conditioner sizing
- Heater power calculations
- Electrical appliance ratings
- HVAC system design
⚡ How This Converter Works
This is a bidirectional converter that works in real-time:
- BTU/hr → Watts: When you type in the BTU/hr field, the watts field automatically updates
- Watts → BTU/hr: When you type in the watts field, the BTU/hr field automatically updates
- No swapping needed: Both conversions happen simultaneously
- Real-time: Updates happen as you type, no button clicks required
// Conversion Constants:
1 BTU/hr = 0.29307107 watts
1 watt = 3.41214163 BTU/hr
// Bidirectional Conversion Logic:
watts = BTU/hr × 0.29307107
BTU/hr = watts × 3.41214163
// Example 1: Convert 5000 BTU/hr
watts = 5000 × 0.29307107 = 1465.36 W
// Example 2: Convert 1500 watts
BTU/hr = 1500 × 3.41214163 = 5118.21 BTU/hr
1 BTU/hr = 0.29307107 watts
1 watt = 3.41214163 BTU/hr
// Bidirectional Conversion Logic:
watts = BTU/hr × 0.29307107
BTU/hr = watts × 3.41214163
// Example 1: Convert 5000 BTU/hr
watts = 5000 × 0.29307107 = 1465.36 W
// Example 2: Convert 1500 watts
BTU/hr = 1500 × 3.41214163 = 5118.21 BTU/hr
📊 Conversion Table
| BTU/hr | Watts | Kilowatts |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 BTU/hr | 293.07 W | 0.293 kW |
| 3412 BTU/hr | 1000 W | 1.000 kW |
| 5000 BTU/hr | 1465.36 W | 1.465 kW |
| 8000 BTU/hr | 2344.57 W | 2.345 kW |
| 12000 BTU/hr | 3516.85 W | 3.517 kW |
| 18000 BTU/hr | 5275.28 W | 5.275 kW |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is BTU/hr?
A: BTU/hr (British Thermal Unit per hour) is a unit of power commonly used for heating and cooling systems, especially in the United States.
Q: How many watts are in 1 BTU/hr?
A: 1 BTU/hr equals approximately 0.29307107 watts.
Q: What is a common conversion for air conditioners?
A: A typical 12000 BTU/hr air conditioner uses about 3517 watts (3.5 kW).
Q: Why is this conversion important?
A: It helps compare heating/cooling capacity (BTU/hr) with electrical power consumption (watts) for energy efficiency calculations.