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Watts to BTU/hour Converter

Enter a value to instantly convert between power units.

Precision4 dp

1 Watt = 3.4121 BTU/hour

Key Formulas

Kilowatt → Horsepower (mech)

hp = kW × 1.34102

Horsepower (mech) → Kilowatt

kW = hp × 0.7457

Watt → Kilowatt

kW = W × 0.001

Kilowatt → Watt

W = kW × 1000

Formula

BTU/h = W × 3.41214

One watt equals 3.412 BTU per hour. Since 1 BTU = 1055.05585262 J and 1 hour = 3600 s, 1055.05585262 ÷ 3600 = 0.293071 W per BTU/h, so 1 W = 3.41214 BTU/h. Used in HVAC sizing.

Source: NIST SP 811

Frequently Asked Questions

Real-World Examples

1000 W equals 3412 BTU/h — electric heater.

1000 W = 3412 BTU/h

3500 W equals 11,942 BTU/h — central AC.

3500 W = 11942 BTU/h

500 W equals 1706 BTU/h.

500 W = 1706 BTU/h

100 W equals 341 BTU/h.

100 W = 341.2 BTU/h