Convert watts to kilowatts
W
1 watt =
0.001 kilowatts
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How to convert watts to kilowatts
To convert watts to kilowatts, divide a watts value by 1000.
Formula kW = W ÷ 1000
Example: Convert 1500 watts to kilowatts Calculations: 1500 W ÷ 1000 = 1.5 kW
Watt (W)
The watt is the universal unit of power, defined as one joule of energy transfer per second. One watt is approximately equal to 0.00134 imperial horsepower.
Kilowatt (kW)
The kilowatt is a unit of power, defined as 1000 watts. One kilowatt is approximately equal to 1.341 imperial horsepower.