Power to Watts Converter
Kilowatt to Watt Conversion
1 Kilowatt = 1,000 Watt
Convert between Kilowatt and Watt with step-by-step calculations.
Unit Information
Kilowatt (kW)
A metric unit of power equal to one thousand watts.
System: SI
Watt (W)
The SI derived unit of power.
System: SI
Conversion Process
This conversion uses Watt as the base unit. We'll first convert Kilowatt to Watt, then convert from Watt to Watt.
Step 1: Convert from Kilowatt to Watt
1 × 1,000 = 1,000
Result: 1,000 Watt
Step 2: Convert from Watt to Watt
1,000 × 1 = 1,000
Result: 1,000 Watt
Direct Conversion Factor
1 × 1,000 = 1,000
Direct conversion: 1 Kilowatt = 1,000 Watt
Watt (W)
System: SI
Definition:1 Watt is equal to one joule per second (1 W = 1 J/s). It is the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
Origin: Named after the Scottish inventor James Watt.
Common Usage: Widely used globally for measuring power in electricity, mechanics, and heat transfer.
Synonyms: joule per second, J/s, newton meter per second, N⋅m/s