Convert MBtu (IT)/hour to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert MBtu (IT)/hour [MBtu/h] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to MBtu (IT)/hour.
How to Convert Mbtu (It)/hour to Horsepower (Metric)
1 MBtu/h = 398.465762178386 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 MBtu/h to hp (metric):
15 MBtu/h = 15 × 398.465762178386 hp (metric) = 5976.98643267579 hp (metric)
Mbtu (It)/hour to Horsepower (Metric) 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.
Horsepower (Metric)
The metric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.5 watts, used to measure the power output of engines and motors.
History/Origin
The metric horsepower was introduced in the late 19th century as a standardized unit to quantify engine power, primarily in Europe, replacing traditional units like the imperial horsepower. It was adopted for consistency in engineering and automotive industries.
Current Use
Today, the metric horsepower is used mainly in automotive, engineering, and industrial contexts to specify engine power, especially in regions that utilize the metric system. It is also used in some countries for rating motor and engine capacities.