How to use BTU to kWh
- Type a value in British thermal units.
- The result in kilowatt-hours appears instantly.
- Type in the second box to convert the other way.
How to convert British thermal units to kilowatt-hours
Multiply the value in British thermal units by 0.000293. Formula: kWh = BTU ÷ 3,412.14. Example: 10 BTU × 0.000293 = 0.002931 kWh.
Common British thermal units to kilowatt-hours conversions
5 BTU = 0.001465 kWh. 25 BTU = 0.007327 kWh. 50 BTU = 0.014654 kWh. 100 BTU = 0.029307 kWh.
Where is BTU to kWh conversion used?
Energy conversions are used to read food labels (Calories vs kilojoules), track diet and exercise, compare electricity use in kWh, size heaters and air conditioners in BTU, and in physics and engineering.
What are British thermal units?
A British thermal unit is the heat needed to warm one pound of water by 1 °F, about 1,055 joules. Heaters, air conditioners and gas are rated in BTU in the US.
What are kilowatt-hours?
A kilowatt-hour is the energy used by a 1,000-watt device running for one hour. Electricity bills and EV batteries are measured in kWh.
British thermal units to kilowatt-hours conversion table
| British thermal units (BTU) | Kilowatt-hours (kWh) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.000293 |
| 10 | 0.002931 |
| 50 | 0.014654 |
| 100 | 0.029307 |
| 200 | 0.058614 |
| 250 | 0.073268 |
| 300 | 0.087921 |
| 500 | 0.146536 |
| 750 | 0.219803 |
| 1,000 | 0.293071 |
| 1,500 | 0.439607 |
| 2,000 | 0.586142 |
| 2,500 | 0.732678 |
| 5,000 | 1.4654 |
Frequently asked questions
How many kilowatt-hours are in 1 British thermal unit?
1 British thermal unit = 0.000293 kilowatt-hours (1 BTU = 0.000293 kWh).
How many British thermal units are in 1 kilowatt-hour?
1 kilowatt-hour = 3,412.14 British thermal units (1 kWh = 3,412.14 BTU).
What is 10 BTU in kilowatt-hours?
10 BTU = 0.002931 kWh.
What is 100 BTU in kilowatt-hours?
100 BTU = 0.029307 kWh.
Is the BTU to kWh conversion exact?
Yes. A food Calorie (kilocalorie) is defined as exactly 4.184 kJ, 1 kWh is exactly 3,600 kJ, and the international BTU is 1,055.05585262 joules. Results are rounded only for display.
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