BTU to Watts Converter
Convert BTU per hour to watts with precision. Essential for HVAC calculations and energy efficiency analysis.
BTU/h to Watts Calculator
Enter BTU per hour to convert to watts and other power units
Input Value
1,000 BTU/h
Primary Result
293.07
Watts
Kilowatts
0.293 kW
Horsepower
0.393 HP
Conversion Formula
1,000 BTU/h × 0.293071 = 293.07 W
1 BTU/h = 0.293071 watts (exact conversion factor)
Common BTU to Watts Conversions
Quick reference for HVAC and appliance ratings
| BTU/h | Watts | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 29 W | Small appliance |
| 500 | 147 W | Window AC unit |
| 1,000 | 293 W | Standard reference |
| 5,000 | 1465 W | Room air conditioner |
| 10,000 | 2931 W | Large AC unit |
| 12,000 | 3517 W | 1 ton AC |
| 24,000 | 7034 W | 2 ton AC |
| 36,000 | 10551 W | 3 ton AC |
Real-World HVAC Examples
Common heating and cooling equipment power ratings
Small Space Heater
HVAC
3,412 BTU/h = 1,000 W
Window AC (5000 BTU)
HVAC
5,000 BTU/h = 1,465 W
Central AC (24000 BTU)
HVAC
24,000 BTU/h = 7,034 W
Heat Pump (36000 BTU)
HVAC
36,000 BTU/h = 10,551 W
Furnace (80000 BTU)
HVAC
80,000 BTU/h = 23,446 W
Boiler (100000 BTU)
HVAC
100,000 BTU/h = 29,307 W
About BTU to Watts Conversion
Understanding BTU and Watts
BTU (British Thermal Unit) per hour measures thermal energy transfer rate, while watts measure electrical power. The conversion factor 0.293071 allows precise conversion between these energy units.
Key Applications:
- • HVAC system sizing and efficiency
- • Energy consumption calculations
- • Heat pump performance analysis
- • Building energy audits
- • Equipment specification comparison
Conversion Tips
Quick Reference:
- • 1000 BTU/h ≈ 293 watts
- • 3412 BTU/h = 1000 watts (1 kW)
- • 12000 BTU/h = 1 ton of cooling
- • Higher BTU = more heating/cooling power
Energy Efficiency:
Understanding BTU to watts conversion helps compare energy efficiency across different HVAC systems and calculate operating costs accurately.