BTU to Gallons of Propane Conversion

BTU to Gallons of Propane Converter

Convert energy from British Thermal Units (BTU) to Gallons of Propane.

British Thermal Units (BTU) to Gallons of Propane Conversion

To convert British Thermal Units (BTU) to Gallons of Propane, you can use the following formula:

Conversion Formula

The formula becomes:

Gallons of Propane = BTU รท 91,452

Where:

  • Gallons of Propane = Volume of propane
  • BTU = British Thermal Units

Key Insight:

This formula helps determine the amount of propane needed to achieve a specific heating requirement based on BTU.

British Thermal Units (BTU)

A British Thermal Unit (BTU) is a unit of heat energy:

  • Scientific Definition: The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.
  • Common Usage: Used in heating and cooling systems, such as HVAC units and refrigerators.

Gallons of Propane

Propane is a common fuel source:

  • Energy Content: 1 gallon of propane yields approximately 91,452 BTU.
  • Common Applications: Used for heating, cooking, and powering appliances.

BTU to Gallons of Propane Conversion Table

BTU Gallons of Propane
91,452 BTU 1.00 gallons
182,904 BTU 2.00 gallons
274,356 BTU 3.00 gallons
365,808 BTU 4.00 gallons
456,260 BTU 5.00 gallons
1,000,000 BTU 10.95 gallons

Reference

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