Convert BTU per hour to Horsepower (mechanical)

One BTU/h equals 0.0003930147789 hp. This converter allows you to easily convert between BTU per hour and Horsepower (mechanical) in real time.

Formula

BTU/h × 0.0003930147789 = hp

Example: 1 BTU/h = 0.0003930147789 hp

What is BTU per hour?

BTU per hour is a unit of power used primarily in the American HVAC industry for rating heating and cooling capacity. Residential air conditioners range from about 5,000 to 25,000 BTU/h, with 12,000 BTU/h equaling one ton of refrigeration. Gas furnaces and boilers are also rated in BTU/h. One BTU/h equals approximately 0.293 watts.

What is Horsepower (mechanical)?

Horsepower is a unit of power devised by James Watt to compare steam engine performance to the work of draft horses. One mechanical horsepower equals approximately 745.7 watts. Car engine output is commonly described in horsepower, with typical passenger cars producing 100 to 200 hp and sports cars 300 to 600 hp. In the United States, horsepower remains the standard measure for engine power, vehicle performance, and industrial motor ratings.