What does calorie (th)/minute measure?

It quantifies power as a rate of energy transfer, specifically one thermochemical calorie delivered per minute, mainly used in calorimetry and metabolic rate measurement.

What is electric horsepower used for?

Electric horsepower rates electric motors and equipment, reflecting mechanical power output in an electrical engineering context.

Why convert calorie (th)/minute to horsepower (electric)?

To translate low-rate thermal power data into standardized electric motor power ratings, enabling comparison and specification in engineering and industrial environments.

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Quickly convert power measurements from calorie (thermochemical) per minute to electric horsepower using our simple online unit converter tool. Ideal for calorimetry, food science, and motor specifications.

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms power values measured in calorie (thermochemical) per minute into electric horsepower, helping users compare thermal energy rates with standardized electric motor power ratings.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in calorie (th)/minute you wish to convert
Select 'calorie (th)/minute' as the from unit and 'horsepower (electric)' as the to unit
Click the convert button to view the equivalent horsepower (electric) value
Use the result to assist in equipment specification or data comparison

Key Features

Direct conversion between calorie (th)/minute and electric horsepower
Clear display of precise conversion based on exact unit definitions
Supports applications in laboratory calorimetry, food science, and electric motor rating
User-friendly interface suitable for industrial and scientific use
Browser-based tool requiring no installation

Examples

Converting 100 calorie (th)/minute results in 0.00934763 horsepower (electric)
Converting 500 calorie (th)/minute results in 0.04673815 horsepower (electric)

Common Use Cases

Reporting heat-release rates during small-scale calorimetry experiments
Expressing energy expenditure rates in metabolic and physiological studies
Describing low-rate heating energy in food science and cooking product trials
Interpreting electric motor specifications and output power ratings
Sizing motor controllers and electrical supply setups for equipment

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure accurate input values to maintain correctness of conversions
Apply conversions primarily for low power measurements as appropriate
Cross-check results when planning motor sizing or engineering specifications
Understand unit contexts to avoid misuse in high-power industrial settings
Use this tool to facilitate integration of thermal and electric power data

Limitations

The calorie (th)/minute unit suits only small energy transfer rates and is less practical for high-power applications
Conversions require careful handling of significant figures due to the small numerical scale involved
Not ideal when precise large-scale industrial power ratings are needed

Frequently Asked Questions

What does calorie (th)/minute measure?: It quantifies power as a rate of energy transfer, specifically one thermochemical calorie delivered per minute, mainly used in calorimetry and metabolic rate measurement.
What is electric horsepower used for?: Electric horsepower rates electric motors and equipment, reflecting mechanical power output in an electrical engineering context.
Why convert calorie (th)/minute to horsepower (electric)?: To translate low-rate thermal power data into standardized electric motor power ratings, enabling comparison and specification in engineering and industrial environments.

Key Terminology

calorie (th)/minute: A unit of power representing one thermochemical calorie transferred per minute, equating to 4.184 joules per minute or about 0.0697333 watts.
horsepower (electric): A unit of power rating electric motors, defined exactly as 746 watts, indicating mechanical work from electric machinery.
power: The rate at which energy is transferred or converted, commonly measured in watts, calories per minute, or horsepower.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the exact watt equivalent of one calorie (th)/minute?

0.0000934763 watts

Approximately 0.0697333 watts

Exactly 746 watts

Which industry commonly uses the conversion from calorie (th)/minute to horsepower (electric)?

Food science

Electric motor manufacturing

Textile production

What is one electric horsepower defined as?

1 joule per second

Exactly 746 watts

One thermochemical calorie per minute

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