Metric horsepower to BTU per hour
Convert Metric horsepower to BTU per hour instantly. Free online power unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
BTU/h = PS × 2509.625906
PS = BTU/h × 0.0003984657624
Conversion table
| 1 PS | 2509.63 BTU/h |
| 5 PS | 12548.1 BTU/h |
| 10 PS | 25096.3 BTU/h |
| 20 PS | 50192.5 BTU/h |
| 50 PS | 125481 BTU/h |
| 100 PS | 250963 BTU/h |
| 500 PS | 1254813 BTU/h |
| 1000 PS | 2509626 BTU/h |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the metric horsepower (PS). Metric horsepower (PS, Pferdestarke) is defined as exactly 735.49875 watts and is common in European vehicle ratings.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the btu per hour (BTU/h). BTU per hour measures power as British thermal units transferred each hour, common for heating and cooling equipment.
How do I convert metric horsepower to btu per hour?
Multiply the metric horsepower value by 2509.625906 to get btu per hour. For example, 1 PS × 2509.625906 = 2509.63 BTU/h.
Is the metric horsepower to btu per hour conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by fixed numeric relationships to the watt, so the conversion factor used here, 2509.625906, is exact.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It is used when comparing power ratings expressed in metric horsepower against equipment, engines, or specifications rated in btu per hour.
Can I convert btu per hour back to metric horsepower?
Yes. Multiply the btu per hour value by 0.0003984657624 to get metric horsepower.
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About this conversion
This page converts metric horsepower (PS) into btu per hour (BTU/h), two units used to describe power, the rate at which energy is transferred or work is done.
Metric horsepower (PS, Pferdestarke) is defined as exactly 735.49875 watts and is common in European vehicle ratings.
BTU per hour measures power as British thermal units transferred each hour, common for heating and cooling equipment.
The formula is BTU/h = PS × 2509.625906, derived from each unit's fixed relationship to the watt, the SI unit of power.
Because both units are defined by exact numeric relationships to the watt, this conversion is exact rather than approximate.