Convert horsepower (boiler) to milliwatt
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (boiler) [hp (boiler)] to milliwatt [mW], or Convert milliwatt to horsepower (boiler).
How to Convert Horsepower (Boiler) to Milliwatt
1 hp (boiler) = 9810000 mW
Example: convert 15 hp (boiler) to mW:
15 hp (boiler) = 15 × 9810000 mW = 147150000 mW
Horsepower (Boiler) to Milliwatt Conversion Table
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Horsepower (Boiler)
Horsepower (boiler) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of energy transfer, specifically indicating the power of steam boilers, equivalent to approximately 33,475 watts.
History/Origin
The boiler horsepower was developed in the late 19th century to standardize the measurement of steam boiler capacity, primarily in the United States, and has been used historically in engineering and industrial applications to quantify boiler power output.
Current Use
Today, boiler horsepower is primarily used in the United States for specifying the capacity of steam boilers in industrial and commercial settings, although it has largely been replaced by SI units like watts or kilowatts in most regions.
Milliwatt
A milliwatt (mW) is a unit of power equal to one thousandth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The milliwatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring low power levels, especially in electronics and telecommunications, with its usage expanding alongside the adoption of the watt as the standard power unit.
Current Use
Milliwatts are commonly used today in electronics, audio equipment, and wireless communication devices to specify power levels, such as in battery-powered devices, LED brightness, and signal transmission power.