Tag: power

Watt and kilowatt are common measurement units in the electrical engineering field. The two units measure the rate of electricity flow at a particular duration. However, many people confuse these measuring units when undertaking electrical projects. So, what is the difference between watt vs. kilowatt? When is each unit used? Here is a comparison framework […]

You may have experienced this before: you buy a shiny new electric device and excitedly flip through the power ratings manual, only to become stumped by its content. Worry not, you’re not the only one. Even though many of us have a basic understanding of electricity, there may still be a few gray areas we […]

Energy and power. Though they sound like the same thing, they serve two distinct purposes. The same, then, can be said for the units that define them: a joule and a watt. What actually sets the two apart, though? Looking beyond the terminology, what is the difference between a joule and a watt? And what […]