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British Thermal Unit per HourBTU/h
Source UnitThe British Thermal Unit per hour (BTU/h) is a unit of power that quantifies the rate at which energy is transferred or converted. One BTU is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit at a constant pressure. Therefore, BTU/h measures the flow of energy over time, specifically how many BTUs are transferred in one hour. This measurement is extensively used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to specify the power output of heating and cooling systems.
Current Use
Today, BTU/h is widely used in the HVAC industry to express the cooling and heating capacity of air conditioners, furnaces, and other heating systems. It helps consumers and engineers assess the efficiency and output of heating and cooling equipment. The unit facilitates the calculation of energy consumption and cost associated with heating and cooling.
Fun Fact
The BTU is still used in the United States while the rest of the world has largely shifted to the metric system.
WattW
Target UnitThe watt (symbol: W) is the SI unit of power, defined as the rate of energy transfer equivalent to one joule per second. It measures the amount of energy conversion or transfer that occurs per unit time. In practical terms, it quantifies the rate at which work is done or energy is consumed. The watt is a derived unit in the International System of Units (SI), and it is used extensively in various fields such as electricity, mechanics, and thermodynamics to quantify power output or consumption.
Current Use
The watt is widely used across the globe to measure electrical power, mechanical power, and heat transfer. It serves as a fundamental unit in the fields of electrical engineering, physics, and many applied sciences. It is crucial for calculating energy consumption in households, industries, and for determining the power output of engines and machinery.
Fun Fact
One watt is equivalent to 1/746th of a horsepower.
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British Thermal Unit per Hour
power • Non-SI
Definition
The British Thermal Unit per hour (BTU/h) is a unit of power that quantifies the rate at which energy is transferred or converted. One BTU is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit at a constant pressure. Therefore, BTU/h measures the flow of energy over time, specifically how many BTUs are transferred in one hour. This measurement is extensively used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to specify the power output of heating and cooling systems.
History & Origin
The British Thermal Unit (BTU) originated in the late 19th century as a convenient way to express the energy needed in heating applications. Its definition was formalized by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) for practical use in various heating and cooling contexts.
Etymology: The term 'British Thermal Unit' reflects its roots in the UK, where it was developed as a unit of heat energy, emphasizing its British origins.
Current Use
Today, BTU/h is widely used in the HVAC industry to express the cooling and heating capacity of air conditioners, furnaces, and other heating systems. It helps consumers and engineers assess the efficiency and output of heating and cooling equipment. The unit facilitates the calculation of energy consumption and cost associated with heating and cooling.
💡 Fun Facts
- •The BTU is still used in the United States while the rest of the world has largely shifted to the metric system.
- •The BTU was once used as a standard for estimating energy costs, but it has been largely replaced by the kilojoule in most scientific contexts.
- •In HVAC design, the ratio of BTU/h to the area of a space helps determine how much heating or cooling is required per square foot.
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Watt
power • SI Unit
Definition
The watt (symbol: W) is the SI unit of power, defined as the rate of energy transfer equivalent to one joule per second. It measures the amount of energy conversion or transfer that occurs per unit time. In practical terms, it quantifies the rate at which work is done or energy is consumed. The watt is a derived unit in the International System of Units (SI), and it is used extensively in various fields such as electricity, mechanics, and thermodynamics to quantify power output or consumption.
History & Origin
The watt is named after James Watt, a Scottish engineer and inventor whose improvements to the steam engine were fundamental to the changes brought by the Industrial Revolution. The unit was introduced to provide a consistent measure of power, reflecting Watt's contributions to power engineering.
Etymology: Named after James Watt, a pioneer in steam engine development.
Current Use
The watt is widely used across the globe to measure electrical power, mechanical power, and heat transfer. It serves as a fundamental unit in the fields of electrical engineering, physics, and many applied sciences. It is crucial for calculating energy consumption in households, industries, and for determining the power output of engines and machinery.
💡 Fun Facts
- •One watt is equivalent to 1/746th of a horsepower.
- •The watt is the power required to lift a small apple one meter in one second.
- •James Watt's improvements to the steam engine greatly increased its efficiency and power output.
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