Power Converter (kW ↔ HP)
Convert watts, kilowatts, horsepower (mechanical and metric), BTU per hour and refrigeration tons.
How to use
- 1Enter the power and its unit.
- 2Choose the unit to convert to.
How it's calculated
Converts through watts. 1 mechanical horsepower = 745.7 W; 1 metric horsepower (PS) = 735.5 W; 1 refrigeration ton = 12,000 BTU/h.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower is 1 kW?
About 1.341 mechanical horsepower, or 1.36 metric horsepower (PS).
What is the difference between hp and PS?
Mechanical (imperial) hp is 745.7 W; metric hp (PS, CV) used in Europe is 735.5 W — about 1.4% smaller.
What is a ton of air conditioning?
A cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU per hour, about 3.517 kW.