1 horsepower (metric) [PS] = 7354987500 erg per second [erg/s]
Example: 1 horsepower (metric) [PS] equals 7354987500 erg per second [erg/s].
Examples
1 horsepower (metric) [PS] = 7354987500 erg per second [erg/s]
2 horsepower (metric) [PS] = 14709975000 erg per second [erg/s]
5 horsepower (metric) [PS] = 36774937500 erg per second [erg/s]
10 horsepower (metric) [PS] = 73549875000 erg per second [erg/s]
20 horsepower (metric) [PS] = 147099750000 erg per second [erg/s]
25 horsepower (metric) [PS] = 183874687500 erg per second [erg/s]
Practical Uses for horsepower metric to erg per second
motors and enginesgenerators and appliancessolar and electrical systemsequipment specifications
Sources and Accuracy
Power conversions use watt as the reference unit and include mechanical horsepower, electrical power, and heat-rate units.
Displayed results are rounded for readability. The calculator keeps enough precision for everyday use and switches to scientific notation for very large or very small values. Last reviewed: 2026-08-14.
About These Units
horsepower (metric) [PS]
Definition
The horsepower (metric) (PS) is a power unit used to express measurements in this converter.
History
This unit is included because it appears in practical measurement systems, technical references, product specifications, or everyday conversion needs.
Current use
Use horsepower (metric) when comparing power values, checking specifications, converting between systems, or preparing quick estimates.
erg per second [erg/s]
Definition
The erg per second (erg/s) is a power unit used to express measurements in this converter.
History
This unit is included because it appears in practical measurement systems, technical references, product specifications, or everyday conversion needs.
Current use
Use erg per second when comparing power values, checking specifications, converting between systems, or preparing quick estimates.
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How to Convert
Enter the value in the “From value” field.
Confirm the source unit is horsepower (metric) [PS].
Confirm the target unit is erg per second [erg/s].
Read the instant result and formula.
Where This Conversion Is Used
motors and enginesgenerators and appliancessolar and electrical systemsequipment specifications
horsepower metric to erg per second Conversion Chart