2002-03-03 I believe the Watt is the SI unit of ALL power, not just mechanical power as you state. I'm sure you didn't mean it as you wrote it, but others less knowledgeable might think you are stating the watt is strict a unit of mechanical power.
John Remember that the watt is the SI unit of > mechanical power, and I believe it is used in Australia by the motor > vehicle trade. The electric power required by the motor of an air > conditioner is measured in watts. The mechanical output of the motor > should also be in watts. The cooling power should also be in watts. (1 > ton of refrigeration = 3514 W). > > Joseph B.Reid > 17 Glebe Road West > Toronto M5P 1C8 TEL. 416-486-6071 >
