Kilowatt (kW) Converter

Watts

1000

Horsepower

1.341

BTU/hour

3412.14

Understanding Kilowatts

What is a Kilowatt?

A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts. It's commonly used to measure electrical power, motor power output, and energy transfer rates. One kilowatt represents the energy consumption rate of 1,000 joules per second.

Common Applications

  • 🔌 Household electricity consumption
  • ⚡ Solar panel power output
  • 🏭 Industrial equipment ratings
  • 🚗 Electric vehicle motor power