Kilowatt (kW)
The kilowatt (symbol: kW) is a unit of power in the International System of Units (SI) equal to 1,000 watts:
1 kW=1,000 W
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.
Pferdestärke (PS)
Pferdestärke, abbreviated as PS, is the German term for metric horsepower. It literally means "horse strength" and is commonly used in Germany and some other European countries to measure engine power.
The value of 1 PS is defined as:
1 PS=75 kgf\cdotpm/s≈735.5 watts
This is slightly less than the mechanical horsepower used in the U.S., which is about 745.7 watts.
PS is often used to rate the power of cars, motorcycles, and other vehicles in many European countries, serving the same purpose as horsepower but based on the metric system.
No conversions available for power.