1. What is Boiler HP to kW Conversion?

Definition: This calculator converts boiler horsepower (BHP) to kilowatts (kW), which are both units of power measurement.

Purpose: It helps engineers and technicians working with boilers and heating systems to convert between these common power units.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( P_{\text{kW}} \) — Power in kilowatts (kW)
• \( \text{BHP} \) — Boiler horsepower

Explanation: 1 boiler horsepower is approximately equal to 9.81 kilowatts. This conversion factor comes from the definition of boiler horsepower.

3. Importance of Power Unit Conversion

Details: Accurate conversion between units is essential for system design, equipment specification, and performance calculations in heating systems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Simply enter the boiler horsepower value (must be > 0) and the calculator will provide the equivalent power in kilowatts.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What exactly is boiler horsepower?
A: Boiler horsepower is a unit of measurement for the power of steam boilers, defined as the evaporation of 34.5 pounds of water per hour at 212°F.

Q2: Why is the conversion factor 9.81?
A: This comes from the definition - 1 BHP equals 33,475 BTU/h, which converts to approximately 9.81 kW.

Q3: Is boiler horsepower the same as mechanical horsepower?
A: No, 1 mechanical horsepower is about 0.9809 boiler horsepower (1 BHP ≈ 1.0139 mechanical HP).

Q4: When would I need this conversion?
A: When working with boiler specifications that use different units, or when comparing boiler performance to electrical systems.

Q5: How precise is this conversion?
A: The 9.81 factor is standard, but for precise engineering calculations, more decimal places may be used (9.8095).