Power and Energy
kWtoBTU/hr
Convert kilowatts (kW) to British thermal units per hour (BTU/hr).
Factor1 kW = 3412.142 BTU/hr
Converter
kW
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
BTU/hr
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
BTU/hr = kW × 3412.142
Multiply any value in kilowatts by 3412.142 to obtain the value in British thermal units per hour.
Worked example
Convert 10 kW to BTU/hr.
- 01Start with 10 kW.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 3412.142 = 34121.4 BTU/hr.
Result10 kW = 34121.4 BTU/hr
Conversion table
| kW | BTU/hr |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3412.1 |
| 2 | 6824.3 |
| 5 | 17061 |
| 10 | 34121 |
| 20 | 68243 |
| 50 | 1.7061e+5 |
| 100 | 3.4121e+5 |
| 200 | 6.8243e+5 |
| 500 | 1.7061e+6 |
| 1000 | 3.4121e+6 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kW to BTU/hr?
1 kW equals 3412.142 BTU/hr. To convert, multiply the value in kilowatts by 3412.142.
How do I convert 1 kW to BTU/hr?
1 kW = 3412.14 BTU/hr. For any value, multiply by 3412.142.
How do I convert BTU/hr back to kW?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.0002930711. So 1 BTU/hr = 0.000293071 kW.
When would I need to convert kilowatt to British thermal unit per hour?
Power conversions are common when comparing motor ratings (often kW or hp), thermal duty (BTU/hr or kW), and utility consumption in mixed-unit projects.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).