How to convert kilowatts to BTU per Hour
To convert kilowatts to BTU per Hour, multiply by 3,412.14163313. Power conversions compare engines, motors, appliances, solar panels and air conditioners.

Kilowatt to BTU per Hour conversion table
| Kilowatt (kW) | BTU per Hour (BTU/h) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kW | 341.214163313 BTU/h |
| 0.5 kW | 1,706.07081656 BTU/h |
| 1 kW | 3,412.14163313 BTU/h |
| 2 kW | 6,824.28326626 BTU/h |
| 3 kW | 10,236.4248994 BTU/h |
| 4 kW | 13,648.5665325 BTU/h |
| 5 kW | 17,060.7081656 BTU/h |
| 10 kW | 34,121.4163313 BTU/h |
| 20 kW | 68,242.8326626 BTU/h |
| 25 kW | 85,303.5408282 BTU/h |
| 50 kW | 170,607.081656 BTU/h |
| 100 kW | 341,214.163313 BTU/h |
| 500 kW | 1,706,070.81656 BTU/h |
| 1,000 kW | 3,412,141.63313 BTU/h |
About the units
Kilowatt (kW)
A kilowatt equals 1,000 watts and rates engines, heaters and EV chargers.
BTU per Hour (BTU/h)
BTU per hour rates air conditioners and furnaces; 1 BTU/h ≈ 0.293 W.
How to use this converter
- Type the number of kilowatts (kW) in the input box.
- The result in BTU per Hour appears instantly — no button needed.
- See the same value in every other power unit just below.
- Use “Swap units” to convert BTU per Hour back to kilowatts.
Tips for better results
- Double-check which system a unit belongs to (for example US vs UK gallons).
- Use the swap button to convert in the opposite direction instantly.
- Bookmark the conversions you use most — each pair has its own page.
Frequently asked questions
How many BTU per Hour are in one kilowatt?
One kilowatt equals 3,412.14163313 BTU per Hour. 3,412.14163313 is the exact factor used by this converter.
How do I convert kilowatts to BTU per Hour?
Multiply the value in kilowatts by 3,412.14163313. To go the other way, multiply BTU per Hour by 0.000293071070172.
What is 10 kW in BTU/h?
10 kW = 34,121.4163313 BTU/h. Also, 5 kW = 17,060.7081656 BTU/h and 100 kW = 341,214.163313 BTU/h.
What is the difference between a kilowatt and a btu per hour?
A kilowatt equals 1,000 watts and rates engines, heaters and EV chargers. BTU per hour rates air conditioners and furnaces; 1 BTU/h ≈ 0.293 W.
Is this tool free and private?
Yes — the Kilowatt to BTU per Hour is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so the values you enter are never uploaded to our servers.
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