Convert joule/minute to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert joule/minute [J/min] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to joule/minute.
How to Convert Joule/minute to Horsepower (Metric)
1 J/min = 2.26603607416056e-05 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 J/min to hp (metric):
15 J/min = 15 × 2.26603607416056e-05 hp (metric) = 0.000339905411124084 hp (metric)
Joule/minute to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
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Joule/minute
Joule per minute (J/min) is a unit of power representing the amount of energy in joules transferred or converted per minute.
History/Origin
The joule per minute has been used as a measure of power in various engineering and scientific contexts, especially where energy transfer rates are expressed over time, though it is less common than watts.
Current Use
J/min is used in specific applications such as industrial processes, heating systems, and other scenarios where power is measured over a minute, but it is generally converted to watts for standardization in scientific and technical fields.
Horsepower (Metric)
The metric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power defined as exactly 735.5 watts, used to measure the power output of engines and motors.
History/Origin
The metric horsepower was introduced in the late 19th century as a standardized unit to quantify engine power, primarily in Europe, replacing traditional units like the imperial horsepower. It was adopted for consistency in engineering and automotive industries.
Current Use
Today, the metric horsepower is used mainly in automotive, engineering, and industrial contexts to specify engine power, especially in regions that utilize the metric system. It is also used in some countries for rating motor and engine capacities.