What is a Watt?
A Watt is the unit of power, defined as one Joule per second.
Calculator
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Results
Power (Watts)
100.00 W
Horsepower
0.134 hp
Analysis
Interpretation of the current calculator output
Calculation Summary
The current inputs have been processed for the power calculator. Review the results panel for the computed output and use the charts tab to compare the current values visually.
How to Read It
The main result shows the direct answer for your current inputs. Supporting sections below explain the method, example, and common questions so the result is easier to interpret.
How to Use
Step-by-step instructions
- 1Select calculation mode (Work/Time or Force×Velocity).
- 2Enter the known values.
- 3The calculator computes Power in Watts and Horsepower.
Power Formula
Power is the rate of doing work. It can be calculated as Work divided by Time, or Force multiplied by Velocity.
P = W / tVariables:
PPower (Watts)WWork (Joules)tTime (s)FForce (N)vVelocity (m/s)Example
Lifting a Box
Inputs:
Work:1000 J
Time:5 s
Steps:
- 1.P = 1000 / 5
- 2.P = 200 Watts
Result:
200 W