why motors are rated in HP?

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why motors are rated in HP?..

Answer / parameswar

A motor is driving something, like a pump, compressor, fan,
winch, etc. In the United States, it is common to use
horsepower as a reference unit for the amount of power
necessary to drive the device....

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why motors are rated in HP?..

Answer / k.prakashchandra

Its output is mechanical, not electrical

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why motors are rated in HP?..

Answer / k.prakashchandra

The output power is mechanical and not electrical.

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