Auto - Power Converter
Power Converter is a free online tool that quickly converts between different units of electrical power: watts (W), kilowatts (kW), megawatts (MW), horsepower (hp), BTU per hour, calories per second, and more. Input one value, select source and target units, get instant accurate results with live preview.
Advantages of using Power Converter
- Instant conversion across watts, kW, MW, hp, BTU/h, and other units
- Covers both electrical and mechanical power standards
- Precise results for engineering, HVAC, motors, generators
- Simple interface with dropdowns and live updates
- Supports bidirectional conversion (any unit to any other)
- Free, unlimited use, no registration needed
- Quick copy for reports, spreadsheets, or designs
FAQs
- How do I convert power units? Enter the value, select the from-unit (e.g., kW), choose to-unit (e.g., hp), and click Convert.
- What power units are supported? Common ones: watts (W), kilowatts (kW), megawatts (MW), horsepower (hp metric/imperial), BTU/h, calories/s, joules/s.
- Can it convert kilowatts to horsepower? Yes — standard conversions like 1 kW ≈ 1.341 hp (imperial) or 1.36 hp (metric).
- Does it handle large values like megawatts? Yes — supports MW, GW, and very small values accurately.
- Is it useful for motor or engine calculations? Yes — frequently used to compare kW ratings to hp for cars, pumps, or generators.
- Can I convert BTU/h to watts? Yes — exact conversion (1 BTU/h ≈ 0.293071 W) for HVAC and heating systems.