2006-11-04 20:29:18 · 6 answers · asked by Doug R 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
In engineering practice we normally use kilowatt units for calculations. But horsepower is used for commercial terms and to categorize a motor. The conversion factor is 0.746 KW = 1 HP and 1KW = 1.3405 HP
2006-11-06 00:20:40 · answer #1 · answered by just a kid 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Looks like you have quite a few answers in other responses, but it might be good to always remember the basics from your everyday house wiring:
volts x amps = watts. 1650 watts = 1 hp
A standard circuit in a building is based on 1 hp.
110 volts x 15 amps = 1650 watts = 1 hp
With a little algebra and understanding that kilo means 1000, it's easy:
1 kw = 1000 watts
1000 / 1650 = 0.6061 hp
1 kw = .6061 hp
reversing that (inverse) is:
1.65 kw = 1 hp
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2006-11-05 00:18:39 · answer #2 · answered by James H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1 kilowatt = 1.34102209 HP
2006-11-04 20:37:10 · answer #3 · answered by Mike C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
0.746 KW = 1 horsepower
2006-11-04 20:48:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
.746 hp to one kw. If i remember correctly.
2006-11-04 20:31:58 · answer #5 · answered by Jeremy L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1kW = .746HP
2006-11-04 20:39:11 · answer #6 · answered by gp4rts 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋