Convert Watt to Metric Horsepower
Use this free converter to change watts (W) into metric horsepower (PS). Watt and metric horsepower both measure power. As a quick reference, 1 W equals 0.0013596216 PS, and 1 PS equals 735.49875 W.
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Metric Horsepower (PS)
0.0013596216
1 W = 0.0013596216 PS
Power conversion table
| Watt | Metric Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.000013596216 |
| 0.1 | 0.00013596216 |
| 0.5 | 0.00067981081 |
| 1 | 0.0013596216 |
| 2 | 0.0027192432 |
| 3 | 0.0040788649 |
| 5 | 0.0067981081 |
| 10 | 0.013596216 |
| 20 | 0.027192432 |
| 25 | 0.03399054 |
| 50 | 0.067981081 |
| 100 | 0.13596216 |
| 1,000 | 1.3596216 |
How to convert Watt to Metric Horsepower
Multiply the watt value by 0.0013596216 to get metric horsepower.
- Enter the number of watts you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in metric horsepower.
- Worked example: 15 W × 0.0013596216 = 0.020394324 PS.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (metric horsepower to watt).
About these units
Watt (W)
- Definition
- The watt (W) is the SI unit of power, equal to one joule of energy per second.
- History
- Named after James Watt, the improver of the steam engine.
- Current use
- Watts rate the power of light bulbs, appliances, and electronics everywhere.
Metric Horsepower (PS)
- Definition
- Metric horsepower (PS) is a power unit of about 735.5 watts, slightly less than mechanical horsepower.
- History
- It was defined in continental Europe based on metric units.
- Current use
- Metric horsepower (PS or CV) rates vehicle engines in Europe and Asia.
Frequently asked questions
How many metric horsepower are in a watt?
There are 0.0013596216 PS in 1 W. To convert, multiply the number of watts by 0.0013596216.
How do I convert watts to metric horsepower?
Multiply the watt value by 0.0013596216 to get metric horsepower. For example, 10 W = 0.013596216 PS.
Is this watt-to-metric horsepower converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Watt to other power units
| Unit | 1 Watt equals |
|---|---|
| Kilowatt (kW) | 0.001 kW |
| Megawatt (MW) | 0.000001 MW |
| Horsepower (hp) | 0.0013410221 hp |
| Metric Horsepower (PS) | 0.0013596216 PS |
| BTU per Hour (BTU/h) | 3.4121416 BTU/h |