Convert kilocalorie (th)/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Enter a value below to convert kilocalorie (th)/second [kcal(th)/s] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp]. Reverse conversion: Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to kilocalorie (th)/second.
1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545662 hp. To convert kilocalorie (th)/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), multiply the value by 5.61083545662; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 0.178226577438 kcal(th)/s). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s): Quick Reference
- 1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545662 hp
- 1 hp = 0.178226577438 kcal(th)/s
- 10 kcal(th)/s = 56.1083545662 hp
- 100 kcal(th)/s = 561.083545662 hp
How to Convert Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545661794 hp
Example: convert 15 kcal(th)/s to hp:
15 kcal(th)/s = 15 × 5.61083545661794 hp = 84.1625318492691 hp
Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
| kilocalorie (th)/second | horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal(th)/s | 5.61083545662 hp |
| 2 kcal(th)/s | 11.2216709132 hp |
| 3 kcal(th)/s | 16.8325063699 hp |
| 5 kcal(th)/s | 28.0541772831 hp |
| 10 kcal(th)/s | 56.1083545662 hp |
| 20 kcal(th)/s | 112.216709132 hp |
| 50 kcal(th)/s | 280.541772831 hp |
| 100 kcal(th)/s | 561.083545662 hp |
| 500 kcal(th)/s | 2805.41772831 hp |
| 1000 kcal(th)/s | 5610.83545662 hp |
Kilocalorie (Th)/second: Definition and Use
A kilocalorie (th)/second (kcal(th)/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which energy in kilocalories per second is transferred or converted.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie (th) is a traditional unit of energy used primarily in nutrition and thermodynamics, with 'th' indicating the thermochemical definition. Its use in power measurements, such as kcal(th)/s, is less common and primarily for specialized scientific contexts.
Current Use
The unit kcal(th)/s is rarely used in modern practice; power is more commonly expressed in watts. When used, it typically appears in scientific research involving energy transfer rates in thermochemical processes or specialized engineering applications.
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.
Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s): Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilocalorie (th)/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
1 kilocalorie (th)/second (kcal(th)/s) = 5.61083545662 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) (hp).
How do you convert kilocalorie (th)/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
Multiply the kilocalorie (th)/second value by 5.61083545662. For example, 25 kcal(th)/s × 5.61083545662 = 140.270886415 hp.
What is 10 kilocalorie (th)/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
10 kcal(th)/s = 56.1083545662 hp.
Which unit is larger, the kilocalorie (th)/second or the horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
The kilocalorie (th)/second is the larger unit: 1 kcal(th)/s = 5.61083545662 hp.