Convert erg/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Enter a value below to convert erg/second [erg/s] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp]. Reverse conversion: Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to erg/second.
1 erg/s = 1.3410e-10 hp. To convert erg/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), multiply the value by 1.3410e-10; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 7457000000 erg/s). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Erg/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s): Quick Reference
- 1 erg/s = 1.3410e-10 hp
- 1 hp = 7457000000 erg/s
- 10 erg/s = 1.34102185866e-09 hp
- 100 erg/s = 1.34102185866e-08 hp
How to Convert Erg/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 erg/s = 1.3410218586563e-10 hp
Example: convert 15 erg/s to hp:
15 erg/s = 15 × 1.3410218586563e-10 hp = 2.01153278798444e-09 hp
Erg/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
| erg/second | horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 erg/s | 1.3410e-10 hp |
| 2 erg/s | 2.6820e-10 hp |
| 3 erg/s | 4.0231e-10 hp |
| 5 erg/s | 6.7051e-10 hp |
| 10 erg/s | 1.34102185866e-09 hp |
| 20 erg/s | 2.68204371731e-09 hp |
| 50 erg/s | 6.70510929328e-09 hp |
| 100 erg/s | 1.34102185866e-08 hp |
| 500 erg/s | 6.70510929328e-08 hp |
| 1000 erg/s | 1.34102185866e-07 hp |
Erg/second: Definition and Use
The erg/second (erg/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion, where one erg per second equals the transfer of one erg of energy per second.
History/Origin
The erg is an older CGS (centimeter-gram-second) unit of energy, introduced in the early 20th century for scientific calculations. The erg/second was used in physics to quantify power in contexts where the CGS system was prevalent, especially in astrophysics and theoretical physics.
Current Use
Today, the erg/second is rarely used outside specialized scientific fields; the SI unit watt (W) is preferred for measuring power. However, erg/s may still be encountered in historical data, astrophysics, or when working with CGS-based calculations.
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s): Definition and Use
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.
Erg/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s): Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 erg/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
1 erg/second (erg/s) = 1.3410e-10 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) (hp).
How do you convert erg/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
Multiply the erg/second value by 1.3410e-10. For example, 25 erg/s × 1.3410e-10 = 3.35255464664e-09 hp.
What is 10 erg/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
10 erg/s = 1.34102185866e-09 hp.
Which unit is larger, the erg/second or the horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
The horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) is the larger unit: 1 erg/s equals only 1.3410e-10 hp.