Joules to kW Calculator
Convert joules to kW by dividing the energy by the time in seconds, then by 1,000. Formula, worked example and a table of typical values.
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Formula
Worked example
| Input | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | 360,000 J |
| Time | 60 s |
- P = E / t = 360,000 J / 60 s = 6,000 W
- In other units: 0.1 kWh = 0.36 MJ; 6 kW; 0.016667 h
Typical values
| Energy (J) | Power (kW) |
|---|---|
| 1,000 | 0.0167 |
| 36,000 | 0.6 |
| 360,000 | 6 |
| 3,600,000 | 60 |
| 36,000,000 | 600 |
Other inputs are the same as in the worked example above.
Assumptions
- Constant power over the whole time
- Real (active) power, not apparent power
Change any unit to read the answer in kWh, Wh, kJ or MJ. For a varying load the result is the average power or the total energy, not the instantaneous value. For a cost, use Energy and Cost.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert Joules to kW?
E = P × t (1 W × 1 s = 1 J, 1 kW × 1 h = 1 kWh = 3.6 MJ). Worked example: Energy 360,000 J, time 60 s gives 6 kW.
What do I need to enter?
Enter power, energy and time. Leave blank the value you want to find, and the form solves for it. Change the unit of a value with its selector and the result stays the same.
How are watts, kW, joules and kJ related?
One watt is one joule per second, so energy in joules is power in watts multiplied by time in seconds. One kW is 1,000 W and one kJ is 1,000 J. Joules measure energy and watts measure power, so a time is always needed.
How accurate are the results?
Every figure comes from the same tested engine as the Elecmetric calculators and is meant for estimating. Check design values against the standard and the equipment data you work to.
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