1. What is BTU to Horsepower Conversion?

The BTU to horsepower conversion allows you to convert British thermal units per hour (BTU/h) to mechanical horsepower (HP). This conversion is commonly used in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and power engineering applications.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the conversion formula:

Where:

• \( BTU/h \) — British thermal units per hour
• \( HP \) — Horsepower
• \( 2545 \) — Conversion factor (BTU/h per horsepower)

Explanation: One mechanical horsepower is approximately equal to 2545 BTU per hour, making this conversion factor standard for power unit conversions.

3. Importance of Power Unit Conversion

Details: Accurate power unit conversion is essential for system design, equipment specification, energy efficiency calculations, and comparing performance across different measurement systems in engineering and technical applications.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter BTU per hour value (must be greater than 0). The calculator will automatically compute the equivalent horsepower. For 14,000 BTU/h, the result is approximately 5.5 HP.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is the conversion factor 2545?
A: 2545 BTU/h per horsepower is derived from the definition where 1 HP = 550 foot-pounds per second and the conversion between mechanical work and heat energy.

Q2: Is this mechanical or electrical horsepower?
A: This conversion uses mechanical horsepower (745.7 watts). Electrical horsepower is slightly different at 746 watts.

Q3: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact based on the defined relationship between BTU and horsepower units.

Q4: Can I use this for air conditioner sizing?
A: Yes, this conversion is commonly used in HVAC to relate cooling capacity (BTU/h) to motor power requirements (HP).

Q5: What's the difference between BTU and BTU/h?
A: BTU is a unit of energy, while BTU/h is a unit of power (energy per unit time). This calculator converts power units.