Converting from Kilowatt hour (kW h) to Ton of TNT (tnTNT) | Energy

What is Kilowatt hour (kW h)

The kilowatt hour (kW h) is a unit of energy commonly used to measure electricity consumption. It represents the amount of energy consumed by a 1-kilowatt electrical appliance running for one hour.

What is Ton of TNT (tnTNT)

The ton of TNT (tnTNT) is a unit of energy used to express the explosive power of materials, particularly in the context of explosives. It signifies the amount of energy released by detonating one ton of trinitrotoluene (TNT).

Conversion Formulas

The conversion between kilowatt hours (kW h) and tons of TNT (tnTNT) can be shown by the following formulas:

• 1kWh=0.0008604207tnTNT
• 1tnTNT=1162.222kWh

Examples

1. Converting 9 kW h to tnTNT:

   • 9kWh=0.007743786tnTNT

2. Converting 6 tnTNT to kW h:

   • 6tnTNT=6973.333kWh

3. Converting 16 kW h to tnTNT:

   • 16kWh=0.01376673tnTNT

By using these conversion formulas, it becomes convenient to switch between kilowatt hours and tons of TNT. This interchangeability allows for better understanding and comparison of energy values in different scenarios.