Convert BTU per hour to Metric horsepower

One BTU/h equals 0.0003984657624 PS. This converter allows you to easily convert between BTU per hour and Metric horsepower in real time.

Formula

BTU/h × 0.0003984657624 = PS

Example: 1 BTU/h = 0.0003984657624 PS

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 Metric horsepower?

Metric horsepower (PS) is defined as the power to lift 75 kilograms by one meter in one second, equal to approximately 735.5 watts. The abbreviation comes from the German "Pferdestärke" (horse strength). It is the standard unit for automotive power in Japan, Germany, and much of continental Europe. Japanese car specifications typically list maximum output in PS. One PS is slightly less than one mechanical horsepower (hp).