What does kilocalorie (IT)/second measure?

It measures power as the transfer of one kilocalorie (International Table) of energy per second, equivalent to 4,186.8 joules per second.

What is the definition of boiler horsepower?

Boiler horsepower quantifies thermal power based on evaporating 34.5 pounds of water per hour at 212°F, standardized as 33,475 BTU/h or about 9.81 kW.

How to Convert from Kilocalorie (IT)/second to Horsepower (boiler)?

Q: Why convert from kilocalorie (IT)/second to horsepower (boiler)?

This conversion helps relate scientific thermal power units to industrial steam boiler ratings for specification and comparison.

Learn how to convert power measurements from kilocalorie (IT)/second to horsepower (boiler) using this easy online unit converter. Understand the definitions, use cases, and practical applications of these thermal power units.

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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter allows you to transform thermal power values expressed in kilocalorie (IT)/second into horsepower (boiler). It supports comparisons between scientific thermal power units and industrial boiler ratings.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in kilocalorie (IT)/second in the input field.
Select 'kilocalorie (IT)/second' as the source unit.
Choose 'horsepower (boiler)' as the target unit.
Click convert to get the equivalent value in boiler horsepower.

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Converts power from kilocalorie (IT)/second to boiler horsepower accurately based on defined standards.
Simple interface for quick unit conversions.
Provides examples for common conversion calculations.
Supports thermal power measurements relevant to engineering and industrial applications.
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Examples

5 kilocalorie (IT)/second converts to 2.1340537235 horsepower (boiler).
10 kilocalorie (IT)/second equals 4.268107447 horsepower (boiler).

Common Use Cases

Relating thermal power rates from kilocalorie (IT)/second to standardized boiler horsepower for boiler capacity rating.
Comparing and sizing steam-generation equipment in heating plants or industrial processes.
Analyzing historical marine or locomotive boiler specifications in matching modern performance units.
Converting metabolic energy or calorimetry data into industrial boiler performance terms.

Tips & Best Practices

Always verify the source of kilocalorie (IT)/second data, as it often appears in older literature.
Use boiler horsepower conversions for equipment that meets the standard boiling and evaporation conditions.
Be cautious when comparing data with units from different measurement conditions or modern standards like watts.
Check for engineering context to ensure appropriate application of the conversion.

Limitations

Kilocalorie (IT)/second is commonly found in older or specialized scientific texts, so recent data may prefer watts.
Boiler horsepower is tied to specific water evaporation standards and may not suit all thermal power situations.
This conversion assumes standard conditions and does not reflect boiler efficiency or variations in water properties.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does kilocalorie (IT)/second measure?: It measures power as the transfer of one kilocalorie (International Table) of energy per second, equivalent to 4,186.8 joules per second.
What is the definition of boiler horsepower?: Boiler horsepower quantifies thermal power based on evaporating 34.5 pounds of water per hour at 212°F, standardized as 33,475 BTU/h or about 9.81 kW.
Why convert from kilocalorie (IT)/second to horsepower (boiler)?: This conversion helps relate scientific thermal power units to industrial steam boiler ratings for specification and comparison.

Key Terminology

Kilocalorie (IT)/second: A unit of power defined as one kilocalorie (International Table) of energy transferred per second, equal to 4,186.8 watts.
Horsepower (boiler): A thermal power unit measuring the rate of heat to evaporate 34.5 pounds of water per hour at 212°F, standardized as 33,475 BTU/h or approximately 9.81 kW.
Boiler horsepower: A unit used to rate the steaming capacity of boilers and steam-generation equipment in engineering.

Quick Knowledge Check

What unit does kilocalorie (IT)/second represent?

Thermal power unit based on metric tons of steam

Power unit measuring energy transfer per second using the International Table calorie

Mechanical power in engines

Boiler horsepower is based on evaporating how much water per hour?

34.5 pounds

100 kilograms

10 gallons

What is a common use for converting kilocalorie (IT)/second to horsepower (boiler)?

Converting electrical energy units

Specifying capacity of steam boilers in industrial settings

Measuring fuel consumption rate

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