kW to BTU/h Converter
Convert kW to BTU/h: 1 kW = 3,412.141633 BTU/h. Formula, worked example, table of common values and unit definitions.
Result11,942.49572 BTU/h
1 kW = 3,412.141633 BTU/h
3.5 kW =
11,942.49572 BTU/h
Formula
BTU/h = kW × 3,412.141633 kW = BTU/h × 0.0002930710702
Worked example
- 3.5 kW × 3,412.141633 = 11,942.49572 BTU/h
Common values
| kW | BTU/h |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 1,706.070817 |
| 1 | 3,412.141633 |
| 2.5 | 8,530.354083 |
| 3.5 | 11,942.49572 |
| 5 | 17,060.70817 |
| 10 | 34,121.41633 |
Unit definitions
| Unit | Equals | What it is |
|---|---|---|
| kW | 1,000 W | Kilowatt. The usual rating unit for motors, heaters and generators. |
| BTU/h | 0.2930710702 W | British thermal units per hour (International Table BTU). A heat flow, used for heating and cooling ratings. |
Frequently asked questions
How many BTU/h are in one kW?
1 kW = 3,412.141633 BTU/h.
What is the formula to convert kW to BTU/h?
BTU/h = kW × 3,412.141633. To go back, kW = BTU/h × 0.0002930710702.
Does the cooling power in kW equal the electrical power the air conditioner draws?
No. The cooling output is heat moved, not electricity used. The electrical input is the cooling output divided by the efficiency (COP or EER), so a unit with a COP above 1 draws less electrical kW than it moves.
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