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Per Hour Unit Consumption refers to the amount of electrical energy consumed by a device or system per hour, measured in kilowatt-hours per hour (kWh/h). It is derived from the power rating of the device in watts.
The calculator uses the consumption formula:
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Explanation: This formula converts the power rating from watts to kilowatts (by dividing by 1000) to calculate the energy consumption per hour.
Details: Calculating per hour unit consumption helps in estimating energy usage, managing electricity costs, and understanding the efficiency of electrical appliances.
Tips: Enter the power consumption in watts (W). The value must be greater than zero.
Q1: Why divide by 1000?
A: Because 1 kilowatt (kW) equals 1000 watts (W), so dividing by 1000 converts watts to kilowatts.
Q2: What is kWh/h?
A: Kilowatt-hour per hour (kWh/h) is a unit that represents the rate of energy consumption per hour.
Q3: Can this be used for any electrical device?
A: Yes, as long as you know the power rating in watts, you can calculate the consumption per hour.
Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides a theoretical consumption based on constant power usage. Actual consumption may vary with usage patterns.
Q5: Is this useful for energy billing?
A: Yes, understanding per hour consumption helps in estimating electricity bills and managing energy usage.