kW
kilowatt
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The kilowatt is exactly 1000 watts, an exact SI prefix relation. It is the practical unit for appliances, motors, vehicle output and building services. One kilowatt is about 1.341 mechanical horsepower, and one kilowatt of resistance heating delivers 3412 BTU/h.
| 1 kW | 1,000 W |
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