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Specific Energy Converter - g/hp(metric)/h to J/kg Calculator

How to Convert Specific Energy

The Specific Energy Converter calculates the equivalent specific energy between gram per metric horsepower-hour (g/hp(metric)/h) and joule per kilogram (J/kg) using the following conversion formulas:

From g/hp(metric)/h to J/kg:

\( \text{J/kg} = \frac{2647795500}{\text{g/hp(metric)/h}} \)

From J/kg to g/hp(metric)/h:

\( \text{g/hp(metric)/h} = \frac{2647795500}{\text{J/kg}} \)

Where:

  • \( \text{g/hp(metric)/h} \): Gram per metric horsepower-hour, a unit of specific energy used in some engineering applications, particularly in automotive and mechanical contexts.
  • \( \text{J/kg} \): Joule per kilogram, a metric unit for specific energy in scientific and engineering applications.

Enter the specific energy value and select the unit to convert between g/hp(metric)/h and J/kg. Note that the conversion is inversely proportional, so 10 g/hp(metric)/h yields 1/10th the J/kg of 1 g/hp(metric)/h.

Using the Specific Energy Converter

This converter is designed to assist with converting specific energy between g/hp(metric)/h and J/kg, useful in automotive and energy engineering.

Input the specific energy value and select the unit (g/hp(metric)/h or J/kg). The calculator will display the converted values in both units.

Example: Convert 10 g/hp(metric)/h to J/kg.


  1. Specific Energy: \( 10 \, \text{g/hp(metric)/h} \)
  2. Conversion: \( \frac{2647795500}{10} = 264779550 \, \text{J/kg} \)
  3. Result: \( 10 \, \text{g/hp(metric)/h} = 264779550 \, \text{J/kg} \)

Use this tool for quick and accurate conversions in scientific and engineering applications.

Common Conversion Table

The following table provides quick reference conversions for common specific energy values between g/hp(metric)/h and J/kg:

g/hp(metric)/h J/kg
1 2647795500.000
2 1323897750.000
5 529559100.000
10 264779550.000
20 132389775.000

Use this table for quick lookups or to verify calculator results.

Common FAQ

Below are frequently asked questions about specific energy conversions between g/hp(metric)/h and J/kg:

  • Q: Why does 10 g/hp(metric)/h yield 1/10th the J/kg of 1 g/hp(metric)/h?
    A: This converter uses an inverse proportionality where the J/kg output is divided by the g/hp(metric)/h input, so 10 g/hp(metric)/h produces 2647795500 / 10 = 264779550 J/kg, as specified.
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  • Q: What is the difference between g/hp(metric)/h and J/kg?
    A: g/hp(metric)/h (gram per metric horsepower-hour) measures specific energy in some engineering contexts, while J/kg (joule per kilogram) is a metric unit. The conversion is inversely proportional in this context.
  • Q: Why convert between g/hp(metric)/h and J/kg?
    A: Conversions are needed in automotive and energy engineering to bridge specific energy units used in different systems.
  • Q: How accurate is this converter?
    A: The converter uses the precise conversion factor (2647795500 for 1 g/hp(metric)/h) and provides results rounded to 6 decimal places for g/hp(metric)/h and 2 for J/kg, ensuring high accuracy.
  • Q: Can negative values be converted?
    A: Yes, the converter handles negative values, which may be relevant in specific contexts, and performs conversions accurately, though division by zero is avoided.
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