Power and Energy
WhtoBTU
Convert watt-hours (Wh) to International Table BTUs (BTU).
Factor1 Wh = 3.412142 BTU
Converter
Wh
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
BTU
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
BTU = Wh × 3.412142
Multiply any value in watt-hours by 3.412142 to obtain the value in International Table BTUs.
Worked example
Convert 1000 Wh to BTU.
- 01Start with 1000 Wh.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1000 × 3.412142 = 3412.14 BTU.
Result1000 Wh = 3412.14 BTU
Conversion table
| Wh | BTU |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3.4121 |
| 2 | 6.8243 |
| 5 | 17.061 |
| 10 | 34.121 |
| 20 | 68.243 |
| 50 | 170.61 |
| 100 | 341.21 |
| 200 | 682.43 |
| 500 | 1706.1 |
| 1000 | 3412.1 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from Wh to BTU?
1 Wh equals 3.412142 BTU. To convert, multiply the value in watt-hours by 3.412142.
How do I convert 1 Wh to BTU?
1 Wh = 3.41214 BTU. For any value, multiply by 3.412142.
How do I convert BTU back to Wh?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.2930711. So 1 BTU = 0.293071 Wh.
When would I need to convert watt-hour to International Table BTU?
Energy conversions are needed when reconciling fuel/electrical billing, calculating thermal duties, and aligning calorimetry or HHV/LHV figures across data sources.
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).