What Is This Tool?
This online converter allows you to transform power values expressed in horsepower [hp, hp (UK)], a traditional non-SI unit, into dekawatt [daW], a metric power unit equal to ten watts. It helps bridge imperial measurements with modern metric documentation for engines, motors, pumps, and other power-related applications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Input the horsepower value you want to convert
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Select horsepower [hp, hp (UK)] as the input unit
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Choose dekawatt [daW] as the output unit
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Click convert to receive the corresponding power value in dekawatt
Key Features
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Converts mechanical horsepower values to dekawatt, facilitating metric unit integration
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Suitable for automotive, marine, industrial, and small-device power conversions
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Provides easy-to-use interface for quick and accurate unit conversion
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Supports conversion for product datasheets, technical documentation, and engineering specs
Examples
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2 horsepower [hp, hp (UK)] equals approximately 149.14 dekawatt [daW]
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0.5 horsepower [hp, hp (UK)] converts to about 37.28 dekawatt [daW]
Common Use Cases
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Rating engine output for vehicles such as cars and motorcycles
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Specifying power for electric motors, pumps, and small machinery
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Documenting laboratory power supplies and LED lighting arrays
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Comparing power ratings of marine engines and industrial equipment
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure you select the correct horsepower variant as conversion factors may differ
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Consider the context and audience when using dekawatt due to its less common usage
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Use appropriate significant figures based on the precision needed for your application
Limitations
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Conversion factor varies slightly depending on the horsepower type used
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Dekawatt is less widely recognized compared to watts or kilowatts
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Rounding may affect precision; apply significant figure rules as needed
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is horsepower [hp, hp (UK)]?
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Horsepower [hp, hp (UK)] is a non-SI power unit defined as 550 foot-pounds per second, approximately equal to 745.7 watts, commonly used for rating engines and small motors.
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What does dekawatt [daW] represent?
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Dekawatt [daW] is a metric unit of power equal to 10 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or work done over time.
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Why convert from horsepower to dekawatt?
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Converting from horsepower to dekawatt aligns traditional imperial power measurements with modern metric units, making it easier to integrate with technical specifications.
Key Terminology
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Horsepower [hp, hp (UK)]
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A non-SI unit of power expressing the rate of doing work, defined as 550 foot-pounds per second or approximately 745.7 watts.
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Dekawatt [daW]
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A metric power unit equal to ten watts, derived by adding the deka prefix to the watt.
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Conversion factor
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A numerical value used to convert from one unit of measurement to another, such as 1 horsepower equals about 74.57 dekawatt.