Convert Metric horsepower to BTU per hour

One PS equals 2,509.625906 BTU/h. This converter allows you to easily convert between Metric horsepower and BTU per hour in real time.

Formula

PS × 2,509.625906 = BTU/h

Example: 1 PS = 2,509.625906 BTU/h

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).

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.