Kilowatts to BTUs per Hour (kW → BTU/h) — Free Online Converter

kW → BTU/h Reference Table

kW	BTU/h
0.001 kW	3.412141633 BTU/h
0.002 kW	6.824283266 BTU/h
0.003 kW	10.2364249 BTU/h
0.004 kW	13.64856653 BTU/h
0.005 kW	17.06070817 BTU/h
0.006 kW	20.4728498 BTU/h
0.007 kW	23.88499143 BTU/h
0.008 kW	27.29713307 BTU/h
0.009 kW	30.7092747 BTU/h
0.01 kW	34.12141633 BTU/h
0.02 kW	68.24283266 BTU/h
0.03 kW	102.364249 BTU/h
0.04 kW	136.4856653 BTU/h
0.05 kW	170.6070817 BTU/h
0.06 kW	204.728498 BTU/h
0.07 kW	238.8499143 BTU/h
0.08 kW	272.9713307 BTU/h
0.09 kW	307.092747 BTU/h
0.1 kW	341.2141633 BTU/h
0.2 kW	682.4283266 BTU/h
0.3 kW	1023.64249 BTU/h
0.4 kW	1364.856653 BTU/h
0.5 kW	1706.070817 BTU/h
0.6 kW	2047.28498 BTU/h
0.7 kW	2388.499143 BTU/h
0.8 kW	2729.713307 BTU/h
0.9 kW	3070.92747 BTU/h
1 kW	3412.141633 BTU/h
1.5 kW	5118.21245 BTU/h
2 kW	6824.283266 BTU/h
2.5 kW	8530.354083 BTU/h
3 kW	10236.4249 BTU/h
3.5 kW	11942.49572 BTU/h
4 kW	13648.56653 BTU/h
4.5 kW	15354.63735 BTU/h
5 kW	17060.70817 BTU/h
5.5 kW	18766.77898 BTU/h
6 kW	20472.8498 BTU/h
6.5 kW	22178.92062 BTU/h
7 kW	23884.99143 BTU/h
7.5 kW	25591.06225 BTU/h
8 kW	27297.13307 BTU/h
8.5 kW	29003.20388 BTU/h
9 kW	30709.2747 BTU/h
9.5 kW	32415.34551 BTU/h
10 kW	34121.41633 BTU/h
11 kW	37533.55796 BTU/h
12 kW	40945.6996 BTU/h
13 kW	44357.84123 BTU/h
14 kW	47769.98286 BTU/h
15 kW	51182.1245 BTU/h
16 kW	54594.26613 BTU/h
17 kW	58006.40776 BTU/h
18 kW	61418.5494 BTU/h
19 kW	64830.69103 BTU/h
20 kW	68242.83266 BTU/h
25 kW	85303.54083 BTU/h
30 kW	102364.249 BTU/h
35 kW	119424.9572 BTU/h
40 kW	136485.6653 BTU/h
45 kW	153546.3735 BTU/h
50 kW	170607.0817 BTU/h
55 kW	187667.7898 BTU/h
60 kW	204728.498 BTU/h
65 kW	221789.2062 BTU/h
70 kW	238849.9143 BTU/h
75 kW	255910.6225 BTU/h
80 kW	272971.3307 BTU/h
85 kW	290032.0388 BTU/h
90 kW	307092.747 BTU/h
95 kW	324153.4551 BTU/h
100 kW	341214.1633 BTU/h
120 kW	409456.996 BTU/h
125 kW	426517.7041 BTU/h
130 kW	443578.4123 BTU/h
140 kW	477699.8286 BTU/h
150 kW	511821.245 BTU/h
160 kW	545942.6613 BTU/h
175 kW	597124.7858 BTU/h
180 kW	614185.494 BTU/h
200 kW	682428.3266 BTU/h
225 kW	767731.8675 BTU/h
250 kW	853035.4083 BTU/h
275 kW	938338.9491 BTU/h
300 kW	1023642.49 BTU/h
350 kW	1194249.572 BTU/h
400 kW	1364856.653 BTU/h
450 kW	1535463.735 BTU/h
500 kW	1706070.817 BTU/h
600 kW	2047284.98 BTU/h
700 kW	2388499.143 BTU/h
750 kW	2559106.225 BTU/h
800 kW	2729713.307 BTU/h
900 kW	3070927.47 BTU/h
1000 kW	3412141.633 BTU/h
1200 kW	4094569.96 BTU/h
1250 kW	4265177.041 BTU/h
1500 kW	5118212.45 BTU/h
1750 kW	5971247.858 BTU/h
2000 kW	6824283.266 BTU/h
2500 kW	8530354.083 BTU/h
3000 kW	10236424.9 BTU/h
4000 kW	13648566.53 BTU/h
4500 kW	15354637.35 BTU/h
5000 kW	17060708.17 BTU/h
6000 kW	20472849.8 BTU/h
7000 kW	23884991.43 BTU/h
7500 kW	25591062.25 BTU/h
8000 kW	27297133.07 BTU/h
9000 kW	30709274.7 BTU/h
10000 kW	34121416.33 BTU/h
15000 kW	51182124.5 BTU/h
20000 kW	68242832.66 BTU/h
25000 kW	85303540.83 BTU/h
50000 kW	170607081.7 BTU/h
75000 kW	255910622.5 BTU/h
100000 kW	341214163.3 BTU/h

Values based on NIST SP 811 conversion factors

Why Convert Kilowatts to BTUs per Hour?

Converting between kilowatts (kW) and btus per hour (BTU/h) is one of the most common power conversions. Whether for engineering, cooking, travel, or science, knowing how to quickly convert kW to BTU/h saves time and prevents errors.

Power conversions (kW to BTU/h) are essential for automotive enthusiasts, electrical engineers, and athletes. Car buyers frequently convert horsepower to kilowatts to compare engine performance across international brands. In electrical engineering, sizing generators and motors requires consistent power units to prevent overloads and ensure compatibility. Cyclists and rowers use power meters to track output in watts, converting these figures to estimate calorie burn or compare efforts. Misinterpreting power ratings can result in buying underpowered equipment or damaging electrical systems, highlighting the need for accurate conversion tools.

How to Convert Kilowatts to BTUs per Hour

To convert kilowatts to btus per hour, use the following formula:

BTU/h = kW × 3412.141633

Example: 1 kW = 3412.141633 BTU/h

For example, 5 kW = 17060.70817 BTU/h, 10 kW = 34121.41633 BTU/h, and 100 kW = 341214.1633 BTU/h. For larger values, 1000 kW = 3412141.633 BTU/h. Conversely, 1 BTU/h = 0.0002930710702 kW. Our calculator above performs this conversion instantly with full precision — no rounding errors.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

kW vs kWh: kW is power (rate), kWh is energy (total used).
HP variations: Mechanical HP (~745.7W) vs Metric HP (~735.5W).
Apparent Power: Watts vs Volt-Amps (VA) differ due to power factor.

Pro Tips

LED bulbs: A 10W LED replaces a 60W incandescent (saves energy).
Appliance labels: Check the back label for Wattage to avoid overloading strips.
Solar panels: Ratings are 'Peak Watts' (ideal conditions), expect less in reality.

What is a Kilowatt?

The kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts. It measures the rate at which energy is used or generated.

Kilowatts are used to measure the power output of engines (motors), heaters, and residential electricity consumption rates.

What is a BTU per Hour?

A unit of power representing energy rate (BTU/h).

HVAC appliance ratings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many btus per hour are in 1 kilowatt?

1 kW equals 3412.141633 BTU/h. This is an exact conversion factor defined by NIST.

How do I convert kilowatts to btus per hour?

Multiply the value in kW by the conversion factor. For example, 10 kW = 34121.41633 BTU/h. Use our calculator above for instant results.

Is the kilowatts to btus per hour conversion exact?

Yes, this conversion is mathematically exact based on the international definition of these units (NIST SP 811).

Can I convert kilowatts to btus per hour offline?

Yes! OmniConvert runs entirely in your browser — no internet connection needed after the page loads. Your data never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy.

What is the difference between kilowatts and btus per hour?

Kilowatts (kW) and BTUs per Hour (BTU/h) are both units of power but belong to different measurement systems. 1 kW = 3412.141633 BTU/h. Use the converter above to switch between them instantly.

Kilowatts → BTUs per Hour