Calorie To Horsepower-hour Converter

(cal to hp·h converter)

Efficiently Convert Calories to Horsepower Hours with Ease


(Last Updated On: 2024-05-08)

Discover the simplicity of converting Calorie IT to Horsepower Hour with our user-friendly tool. Developed by Newtum, it's designed to pique your curiosity and make conversions a breeze!

What are Calorie and Horsepower-hour

Definition of Calorie

A calorie is a unit of energy. Specifically, it refers to the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius at a pressure of one atmosphere. The Calorie IT (International Table) is commonly used in nutrition and is equivalent to 4.1868 joules.

Definition of Horsepower-hour

A horsepower-hour is a unit of energy equivalent to the work done by one horsepower acting for one hour. This metric unit is primarily used in the context of engines and electrical motors, and it is equivalent to 2,545 BTU (British Thermal Units) or 745.7 watts per hour.

Calorie to Horsepower-hour Conversion Table

Calories IT (cal) Horsepower Hours (hp·h)
1 cal 0.00000158 hp·h
10 cal 0.00001585 hp·h
50 cal 0.00007926 hp·h
100 cal 0.00015852 hp·h
200 cal 0.00031704 hp·h
500 cal 0.00079260 hp·h
1000 cal 0.00158520 hp·h
5000 cal 0.00792600 hp·h
10000 cal 0.01585200 hp·h
50000 cal 0.07926000 hp·h

Conversion of Calorie to Horsepower-hour

1 cal = 0.00000158 hp·h
1 hp·h = 632,415 cal

Example 1:
Convert 250 cal to hp·h:
250 cal = 250 × 0.00000158 hp·h = 0.000395 hp·h

Example 2:
Convert 500 cal to hp·h:
500 cal = 500 × 0.00000158 hp·h = 0.00079 hp·h

History of Calorie and Horsepower-hour

The concept of converting calories to horsepower hours originates from the need to relate the energy content of food (calories) to the power output that can be achieved by machinery (horsepower hours). This conversion assists in understanding the efficiency of energy transfer in various contexts.

How to use Calorie to Horsepower-hour Converter

Real Life Applications of Calorie to Horsepower-hour

Explore the practical uses of our Calorie IT to Horsepower Hour Converter, bridging the gap between nutritional energy and mechanical power.

Solved Examples cal to hp·h

Example 1:
Converting 1500 calories to horsepower hours:
1500 cal = 1500 × 0.00000158 hp·h = 0.00237 hp·h

Example 2:
Converting 3000 calories to horsepower hours:
3000 cal = 3000 × 0.00000158 hp·h = 0.00474 hp·h

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the Calorie IT to Horsepower Hour Converter do?
This tool converts nutritional energy (calories) into mechanical energy (horsepower hours).

2. How accurate is the conversion?
The converter uses a precise formula to ensure accuracy in the conversion results.

3. Can I use this converter for industrial calculations?
Yes, it is suitable for both educational and industrial applications to relate energy units.