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Kilowatt (kW)

The kilowatt (symbol: kW) is a unit of power in the International System of Units (SI) equal to 1,000 watts:

Kilowatts are widely used to measure the power consumption or output of household appliances, small engines, and electric tools. For example, a typical microwave oven might use about 1 kW of power.

In electricity billing, power usage is often measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh), which reflects energy consumption over time.

The kilowatt is a practical unit for everyday energy use, bridging the scale from watts (for small devices) to megawatts (for larger power generation). It helps people understand and compare the power ratings of common electrical equipment.

Btu (IT)/hour [Btu/h]

The Btu (IT)/hour (British thermal unit, International Table per hour) is a unit of power commonly used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) to measure the rate of heat transfer.

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  Btu (IT): The International Table British thermal unit is a standardized measure of heat energy, defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by 1°F at about 60°F.

  
  
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  Btu/h: When expressed per hour, it indicates how many British thermal units of heat are transferred or generated in one hour.

  
  

This unit is widely used in the U.S. to specify the capacity of heating and cooling equipment, such as furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps. It helps quantify the rate of thermal energy flow in these systems.