What Is This Tool?
This unit converter transforms power values measured in dekajoule per second (daJ/s), an SI-derived unit equivalent to 10 watts, into electric horsepower, which represents electric motor power rated at exactly 746 watts. It aids in comparing SI power units to those commonly used in electric motor specifications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the power value in dekajoule per second (daJ/s) into the input field.
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Select the unit 'dekajoule/second [daJ/s]' as the source unit.
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Choose 'horsepower (electric)' as the target unit for conversion.
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Click the convert button to get the equivalent power in electric horsepower.
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Review the results and use the examples for verification.
Key Features
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Converts power from dekajoule/second to electric horsepower accurately.
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Includes clear definitions of both units and their typical uses.
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Suitable for engineering, industrial, and electrical applications.
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Shows example calculations for quick reference.
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Browser-based and easy to use without installations.
Examples
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10 daJ/s converts to 0.13405 electric horsepower.
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50 daJ/s converts to 0.67024 electric horsepower.
Common Use Cases
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Household lighting evaluation, relating a 60 W bulb to 6 daJ/s power.
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Sizing and rating electric motors in pumps, fans, and compressors.
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Converting power measurements for preparing industrial equipment specifications and invoices.
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Engineering and laboratory analysis of modest power devices.
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Electrical supply capacity planning for industrial setups.
Tips & Best Practices
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Use this converter to quickly relate SI-based power measurements to motor horsepower ratings.
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Double-check conversions when preparing technical specifications or proposals.
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Account for electric horsepower always being fixed at 746 watts when comparing to mechanical horsepower.
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Be aware that dekajoule/second is less common; intermediate units like watts might be used for clarity.
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Ensure input values are accurate to avoid compounded rounding in large calculations.
Limitations
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Dekajoule/second is less frequently used compared to watts, so intermediate conversion may be necessary.
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Electric horsepower is precisely 746 watts, which may differ from other horsepower standards.
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Rounding errors might appear with very large or very small power values due to decimal conversion factors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a dekajoule per second (daJ/s)?
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It is an SI-derived unit of power equal to 10 joules per second or 10 watts, used to measure energy transfer over time.
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How is electric horsepower defined?
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Electric horsepower is a unit of power rating electric motors, defined as exactly 746 watts, representing mechanical work rate by an electric machine.
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Why convert daJ/s to electric horsepower?
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This helps compare SI power units with commonly used electric motor power ratings, useful in engineering and equipment specifications.
Key Terminology
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Dekajoule per second (daJ/s)
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An SI-derived power unit equal to 10 joules per second or 10 watts, indicating energy transfer rate.
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Electric horsepower
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A unit of power for electric motors exactly equal to 746 watts, used to rate motor power output.