BTU to Kilowatt (kW) Conversion Calculator

Convert between British Thermal Units (BTU) and kilowatts with ease. Use this tool to quickly transform energy measurements for various applications.

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1 Frigidaire FHWC063TC1 Window Air Conditioner, 2024 6,000 BTU Electronic Controls, White Frigidaire FHWC063TC1 Window Air Conditioner, 2024 6,000 BTU Electronic Controls, White View on Amazon
2 BLACK+DECKER 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner up to 350 Sq.Ft.with Remote Control, White BLACK+DECKER 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner up to 350 Sq.Ft.with Remote Control, White View on Amazon
3 LG 8,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, 115V, Cools 340 Sq.Ft. for Bedroom, Living Room, Apartment, Quiet Operation, Electronic Control with Remote, 3 Cooling & Fan Speeds, Auto Restart, White LG 8,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, 115V, Cools 340 Sq.Ft. for Bedroom, Living Room, Apartment, Quiet Operation, Electronic Control with Remote, 3 Cooling & Fan Speeds, Auto Restart, White View on Amazon
4 GE Window Air Conditioner Unit, 5,000 BTU for Small Rooms up to 150 sq ft. with Manual Adjustable Fan and Cooling Settings, Perfect for Small Bedroom or Living Room, Easy Install Kit Included, White GE Window Air Conditioner Unit, 5,000 BTU for Small Rooms up to 150 sq ft. with Manual Adjustable Fan and Cooling Settings, Perfect for Small Bedroom or Living Room, Easy Install Kit Included, White View on Amazon
5 Midea MAW06R1CWT EasyCool 6,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, Fan-Cools, Circulates and Dehumidifies up to 250 Sq Ft, Reusable Filter, LCD Remote Control, White Midea MAW06R1CWT EasyCool 6,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner, Fan-Cools, Circulates and Dehumidifies up to 250 Sq Ft, Reusable Filter, LCD Remote Control, White View on Amazon
6 Midea 8,000 BTU U-Shaped Smart Inverter Air Conditioner – Cools up to 350 Sq. Ft., Ultra Quiet with Open Window Flexibility, Compatible with Alexa, 35% Energy Savings, Remote Control (Renewed) Midea 8,000 BTU U-Shaped Smart Inverter Air Conditioner – Cools up to 350 Sq. Ft., Ultra Quiet with Open Window Flexibility, Compatible with Alexa, 35% Energy Savings, Remote Control (Renewed) View on Amazon
7 Honeywell 6,000 BTU Digital Window Air Conditioner, Remote, 4 Modes, Eco, 250 sq ft Coverage Honeywell 6,000 BTU Digital Window Air Conditioner, Remote, 4 Modes, Eco, 250 sq ft Coverage View on Amazon
8 Coolblus A016B A016B-07KR Air Conditioner, 12000BTU, White Coolblus A016B A016B-07KR Air Conditioner, 12000BTU, White View on Amazon
9 Coolblus 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners Cool Up to 550 Sq.Ft,3-in-1 AC Unit with Remote Control/LED Display/Installation Kits & Screwdriver/24Hrs Timer for Home/Office,White Coolblus 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioners Cool Up to 550 Sq.Ft,3-in-1 AC Unit with Remote Control/LED Display/Installation Kits & Screwdriver/24Hrs Timer for Home/Office,White View on Amazon
10 Whirlpool WHHW081AW 8,000 Air Conditioner with Supplemental Heat, Window Mounted AC Unit with Heater for Apartment, Living, Bedroom, Rooms up to 350 Square Feet, 8000 BTU, White Whirlpool WHHW081AW 8,000 Air Conditioner with Supplemental Heat, Window Mounted AC Unit with Heater for Apartment, Living, Bedroom, Rooms up to 350 Square Feet, 8000 BTU, White View on Amazon

Understanding BTU and Kilowatt Conversions

What is a BTU?

BTU (British Thermal Unit) is a traditional unit of heat energy. One BTU is the amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.

What is a Kilowatt?

A kilowatt (kW) is a metric unit of power equal to 1,000 watts. It's commonly used to measure electrical power and energy consumption.

Conversion Formula

The conversion between BTU and kilowatts depends on the time frame and context:

  • 1 BTU per hour ≈ 0.293071 watts
  • 1 kilowatt = 3,412.142 BTU per hour

Common Conversion Scenarios

Application BTU Equivalent kW
Small Space Heater 5,000 BTU/h 1.46 kW
Residential Air Conditioner 12,000 BTU/h 3.52 kW
Commercial HVAC 60,000 BTU/h 17.58 kW
Industrial Heating 100,000 BTU/h 29.30 kW

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert between BTU and kW?

Conversions are useful in various fields including HVAC, energy management, electrical engineering, and international equipment specifications where different units are used.

Are BTU and kW direct equivalents?

No, they measure different aspects of energy. BTU measures heat energy, while kW measures power. The conversion depends on the time frame and specific context of use.

How accurate is this conversion?

Our converter provides precise calculations using standard conversion factors. For critical applications, always verify with specific equipment specifications.