What does 1 dekawatt represent?

One dekawatt is a metric unit of power equal to 10 watts, used to measure energy transfer or work done per unit time.

What is the mechanical horsepower in this conversion?

Mechanical horsepower here refers to the imperial unit defined as 550 foot-pound-force per second, approximately equal to 745.699872 watts.

Why convert dekawatt to horsepower?

Conversion enables compatibility between metric power measurements used in electric devices and imperial units common in engine and mechanical equipment ratings.

How to Convert from Dekawatt [daW] to Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?

Learn how to convert power measurements from dekawatt (daW), a metric unit, to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), an imperial unit, using this easy-to-use online converter tool. Ideal for engineering and mechanical applications.

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Dekawatt [daW] to Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This online unit converter helps you translate power values from dekawatt (daW), a metric unit equal to 10 watts, into horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), an imperial measure used notably for engines. It simplifies converting power ratings between different measurement systems commonly used in engineering.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in dekawatt (daW) in the input field.
Select 'dekawatt' as the source unit and 'horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)' as the target unit.
Click the convert button to see the equivalent horsepower value.
Use the results to compare or document power specifications across unit systems.

Key Features

Converts power from dekawatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) accurately based on standard conversion rates.
Uses the exact conversion factor of 1 dekawatt = 0.0134102209 horsepower.
Supports power unit comparisons in both metric and imperial systems for engineering needs.
Browser-based tool requiring no installation.

Examples

10 dekawatts equals 0.134102209 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s).
50 dekawatts converts to 0.670511045 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s).

Common Use Cases

Converting power ratings of small electric motors and appliances into horsepower for compatibility with imperial standards.
Sizing and comparing engines and mechanical devices in automotive and garden equipment industries.
Translating laboratory power supplies or LED lighting array outputs into imperial power units.
Engineering documentation requiring power measurements in both metric and imperial formats.

Tips & Best Practices

Always verify unit selections before converting to ensure accurate results.
Consider system-specific standards when interpreting converted power values.
Use this tool for low to moderate power ranges typical of dekawatt measurements.
Be cautious of rounding differences when precision is critical.

Limitations

Conversions between metric dekawatt and imperial horsepower may introduce minor rounding errors.
This tool may not provide sufficient precision for high-power or specialist industrial applications.
Users should be aware of different power rating standards depending on industry contexts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 1 dekawatt represent?: One dekawatt is a metric unit of power equal to 10 watts, used to measure energy transfer or work done per unit time.
What is the mechanical horsepower in this conversion?: Mechanical horsepower here refers to the imperial unit defined as 550 foot-pound-force per second, approximately equal to 745.699872 watts.
Why convert dekawatt to horsepower?: Conversion enables compatibility between metric power measurements used in electric devices and imperial units common in engine and mechanical equipment ratings.

Key Terminology

Dekawatt (daW): A metric power unit equal to 10 watts, formed by applying the deka (10^1) prefix to watt.
Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s): An imperial power unit equal to 550 foot-pound-force per second, known as mechanical horsepower.
Conversion Rate: The numerical factor used to translate power values between dekawatt and horsepower, specifically 1 daW = 0.0134102209 hp.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the value of 1 dekawatt in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?

0.134102209 horsepower

0.0134102209 horsepower

1 horsepower

Which unit is a metric unit of power?

Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)

Dekawatt (daW)

Foot-pound-force

In what context is horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) commonly used?

Rating electric LED lighting arrays

Sizing internal-combustion engines

Measuring laboratory power supplies

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