Convert MBtu (IT)/hour to kilowatt
Please provide values below to convert MBtu (IT)/hour [MBtu/h] to kilowatt [kW], or Convert kilowatt to MBtu (IT)/hour.
How to Convert Mbtu (It)/hour to Kilowatt
1 MBtu/h = 293.07107 kW
Example: convert 15 MBtu/h to kW:
15 MBtu/h = 15 × 293.07107 kW = 4396.06605 kW
Mbtu (It)/hour to Kilowatt Conversion Table
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Mbtu (It)/hour
MBtu/h (Million British thermal units per hour) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption, particularly in heating, cooling, and energy industries.
History/Origin
The MBtu/h unit originated from the British thermal unit (Btu), a traditional unit of heat energy, with the 'Million' prefix indicating a large-scale measurement. It has been used primarily in the United States and industry contexts to quantify energy flow rates in power and energy systems.
Current Use
Today, MBtu/h is used in the energy sector to specify heating and cooling capacities, energy production rates, and power consumption in industrial and commercial applications, especially where large-scale thermal energy transfer is involved.
Kilowatt
A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History/Origin
The kilowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a practical unit for measuring larger power outputs, especially in engineering and electrical contexts, and has been widely adopted since the 20th century.
Current Use
The kilowatt is commonly used today to specify the power output of engines, electrical appliances, and power generation facilities, as well as in billing for electricity consumption and capacity ratings.