What is Hp to kW Calculator?
The Hp to kW Calculator is used to convert horsepower into kilowatts, as both are units of power. Horsepower is the term usually used for calculating the power output from engines. Kilowatts are the standard unit of power in the International System of Units, or SI.
This Hp to kW Converter employs the specific conversion formula for any given horsepower value to convert it into kilowatts. This converter accepts different types of horsepower, such as:
- Imperial/Mechanic Horsepower: 1 hp(I) = 0.7457 kW
- Electrical Horsepower: 1 hp(E) = 0.746 kW
- Metric Horsepower: 1 hp(M) = 0.7355 kW
Hp to kW Conversion
Formula: Hp to kW Conversion
To convert horsepower (hp) to kilowatts (kW), use the following formulas based on the type of horsepower:
1. Imperial/Mechanic Horsepower (hp(I))
\[ \text{kW} = 0.7457 \times \text{hp(I)} \]
Where:
- \(\text{hp(I)}\) = Imperial/Mechanic Horsepower
- \(\text{kW}\) = Power in kilowatts
2. Electrical Horsepower (hp(E))
\[ \text{kW} = 0.746 \times \text{hp(E)} \]
Where:
- \(\text{hp(E)}\) = Electrical Horsepower
- \(\text{kW}\) = Power in kilowatts
3. Metric Horsepower (hp(M))
\[ \text{kW} = 0.7355 \times \text{hp(M)} \]
Where:
- \(\text{hp(M)}\) = Metric Horsepower
- \(\text{kW}\) = Power in kilowatts
Example Calculation
1. Imperial/Mechanic Horsepower: If the power is 10 hp(I):
\[ \text{kW} = 0.7457 \times 10 = 7.457 \text{ kW} \]
2. Electrical Horsepower: If the power is 10 hp(E):
\[ \text{kW} = 0.746 \times 10 = 7.460 \text{ kW} \]
3. Metric Horsepower: If the power is 10 hp(M):
\[ \text{kW} = 0.7355 \times 10 = 7.355 \text{ kW} \]
How to use hp to kW calculator?
- Select the type of horsepower you want to convert (Imperial, Electrical, or Metric).
- Enter the horsepower value into the provided input field.
- Click “Calculate” to instantly see the result in kilowatts (kW).
- The result will be displayed with a clear explanation of the calculation.