Convert watt to horsepower (metric)
Please provide values below to convert watt [W] to horsepower (metric) [hp (metric)], or Convert horsepower (metric) to watt.
How to Convert Watt to Horsepower (Metric)
1 W = 0.0013596216173039 hp (metric)
Example: convert 15 W to hp (metric):
15 W = 15 × 0.0013596216173039 hp (metric) = 0.0203943242595586 hp (metric)
Watt to Horsepower (Metric) Conversion Table
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Watt
The watt (W) is the SI unit of power, defined as one joule per second, representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion.
History/Origin
The watt was named after James Watt, the Scottish engineer and inventor, in 1889. It was adopted as the SI unit of power to standardize measurements in science and engineering.
Current Use
The watt is widely used today to quantify power in electrical devices, engines, and energy consumption, serving as a fundamental unit in physics, engineering, and everyday applications.
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.