Convert kilowatt to kilojoule/hour
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt [kW] to kilojoule/hour [kJ/h], or Convert kilojoule/hour to kilowatt.
How to Convert Kilowatt to Kilojoule/hour
1 kW = 3599.99999712 kJ/h
Example: convert 15 kW to kJ/h:
15 kW = 15 × 3599.99999712 kJ/h = 53999.9999568 kJ/h
Kilowatt to Kilojoule/hour Conversion Table
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Kilowatt
A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History/Origin
The kilowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a practical unit for measuring larger power outputs, especially in engineering and electrical contexts, and has been widely adopted since the 20th century.
Current Use
The kilowatt is commonly used today to specify the power output of engines, electrical appliances, and power generation facilities, as well as in billing for electricity consumption and capacity ratings.
Kilojoule/hour
A kilojoule per hour (kJ/h) is a unit of power representing the amount of energy in kilojoules transferred or converted per hour.
History/Origin
The kilojoule per hour has been used as a measure of power in contexts where energy transfer rates are expressed over time, particularly in engineering and scientific applications, though it is less common than standard SI units like watts.
Current Use
kJ/h is used in specific fields such as thermodynamics and energy management to quantify energy transfer rates, especially in systems where energy is measured in kilojoules and the rate is expressed per hour, though it is often converted to watts for standardization.