Power conversion
Power conversionThe power calculator allows for quick and accurate conversion of units such as watts (W), kilowatts (kW), and others. This is a useful tool for electronics engineers, automation specialists, and power system designers who work with various standards and technical documentation.
Did you know that...
- The famous unit horsepower (HP) was introduced by James Watt – he calculated it based on the power of a horse pulling a water mill, although he exaggerated the result for advertising purposes.
- The power of 1 horsepower is approximately 735W, but in the USA it is considered to be 746W.
- The Sun emits about 3.8 × 10²⁶ watts of power, which corresponds to the power of 10²³ nuclear power plants operating simultaneously.
- The average person at rest produces about 100W of power – equivalent to a classic light bulb.
- The decibel (dB) is not an SI unit, but it is indispensable in audio, communication, and RF electronics. It originates from Alexander Graham Bell. It is used to compare power and voltages on a logarithmic scale to facilitate working with large ranges.
