BTU per Hour

BTU/h

Common HVAC power unit

About BTU per Hour (BTU/h)

BTU per hour measures the heating or cooling capacity of HVAC systems in the United States. Home air conditioners are rated in BTU/h (a window unit might provide 8,000-12,000 BTU/h), and furnace output determines how quickly a building can be heated in cold weather.

Category
Power
Symbol
BTU/h
Also known as
BTU/hr BTUH
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a BTU per Hour (BTU/h)?

Common HVAC power unit

How many Watt (W) are in one BTU per Hour (BTU/h)?

One BTU per Hour (BTU/h) equals 0.293071 Watt (W).

How many Kilowatt (kW) are in one BTU per Hour (BTU/h)?

One BTU per Hour (BTU/h) equals 0.0002930711 Kilowatt (kW).

How many Megawatt (MW) are in one BTU per Hour (BTU/h)?

One BTU per Hour (BTU/h) equals 2.930711 × 10⁻⁷ Megawatt (MW).

How do I convert BTU per Hour to Watt?

To convert BTU per Hour to Watt, multiply the value by 0.293071 (1 BTU/h = 0.293071 W).