Convert milliwatt to horsepower (water)
Please provide values below to convert milliwatt [mW] to horsepower (water) [hp (water)], or Convert horsepower (water) to milliwatt.
How to Convert Milliwatt to Horsepower (Water)
1 mW = 1.34040531175817e-06 hp (water)
Example: convert 15 mW to hp (water):
15 mW = 15 × 1.34040531175817e-06 hp (water) = 2.01060796763725e-05 hp (water)
Milliwatt to Horsepower (Water) Conversion Table
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Milliwatt
A milliwatt (mW) is a unit of power equal to one thousandth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The milliwatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring low power levels, especially in electronics and telecommunications, with its usage expanding alongside the adoption of the watt as the standard power unit.
Current Use
Milliwatts are commonly used today in electronics, audio equipment, and wireless communication devices to specify power levels, such as in battery-powered devices, LED brightness, and signal transmission power.
Horsepower (Water)
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.