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Power Converter – Convert Watt, Kilowatt, Horsepower & More

Easily convert between power units such as watts (W), kilowatts (kW), horsepower (hp), and more. This free power conversion tool is great for electrical calculations, machinery, and energy usage tracking.

What is Power? – Definition

Power is the rate at which energy is transferred or work is done. It is commonly used to describe the performance of engines, electronics, and appliances.

A light bulb may consume 60 watts of power, while a car engine may produce 150 horsepower. This shows how power varies across devices and machines.

Commonly Used Power Units

• Watt (W) – SI unit of power
• Kilowatt (kW) – 1,000 watts = 1 kW
• Megawatt (MW) – 1,000 kW = 1 MW
• Horsepower (hp) – Common in automotive and mechanical contexts
• BTU per hour – Used in heating and cooling systems
• Calories per second – Sometimes used in science and fitness

How to Use the Power Converter

1. Enter the value you want to convert
2. Select the “From” unit and “To” unit from the dropdowns
3. Instantly see the converted value
4. Optional: Copy the result or try another conversion