Nanowatt to BTU per Hour Converter
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Unit Description
Nanowatt (nW)
Definition
A nanowatt (nW) is a unit of power equal to one billionth of a watt (10⁻⁹ W). It represents incredibly small amounts of power found in advanced microelectronics, quantum devices, and ultra-sensitive scientific instruments.
History
The nanowatt became relevant with the development of nanotechnology and quantum electronics. It provided a scale for describing power levels in quantum devices, advanced semiconductors, and ultra-sensitive measurement systems where power consumption approaches fundamental limits.
Current Use
Nanowatts are used in nanotechnology, quantum electronics, ultra-sensitive instruments, and advanced research applications. They're essential for quantum device specifications, nanoelectronics, and precision scientific measurements at the molecular level.
BTU per Hour (BTU/hr)
Definition
BTU per hour (BTU/h) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer of one British Thermal Unit per hour. It's widely used in HVAC applications and provides a practical scale for heating and cooling system ratings.
History
BTU per hour became the standard power unit for HVAC systems and thermal equipment. It provided an appropriate scale for heating and cooling applications, becoming universally adopted in the HVAC industry and building energy systems.
Current Use
BTU per hour is extensively used in HVAC systems, heating and cooling equipment ratings, building energy calculations, and thermal system specifications. It's standard for furnace ratings, air conditioner capacity, and building thermal load calculations.
Conversion Table
Nanowatt(nW) | BTU per Hour(BTU/hr) |
---|---|
1 | 3.41214e-9 |
2 | 6.82428e-9 |
3 | 1.02364e-8 |
4 | 1.36486e-8 |
5 | 1.70607e-8 |
6 | 2.04728e-8 |
7 | 2.3885e-8 |
8 | 2.72971e-8 |
9 | 3.07093e-8 |
10 | 3.41214e-8 |
Conversion Examples
Convert 1 Nanowatt to BTU per Hour
- Conversion Factor: 1 nW = 3.41214e-9 BTU/hr
- Conversion Formula: BTU/hr = nW ÷ 2.93071e+8
- Calculation: 1 nW ÷ 2.93071e+8 = 3.41214e-9 BTU/hr
Convert 10 Nanowatt to BTU per Hour
- Conversion Factor: 1 nW = 3.41214e-9 BTU/hr
- Conversion Formula: BTU/hr = nW ÷ 2.93071e+8
- Calculation: 10 nW ÷ 2.93071e+8 = 3.41214e-8 BTU/hr
Convert 100 Nanowatt to BTU per Hour
- Conversion Factor: 1 nW = 3.41214e-9 BTU/hr
- Conversion Formula: BTU/hr = nW ÷ 2.93071e+8
- Calculation: 100 nW ÷ 2.93071e+8 = 3.41214e-7 BTU/hr
Convert 1,000 Nanowatt to BTU per Hour
- Conversion Factor: 1 nW = 3.41214e-9 BTU/hr
- Conversion Formula: BTU/hr = nW ÷ 2.93071e+8
- Calculation: 1,000 nW ÷ 2.93071e+8 = 0.00000341214 BTU/hr