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Formula
kcal = kJ × 0.2390057361
Example
Example: convert 10 kilojoules to kilocalories.
10 kJ = 2.39005736 kcal
Conversion table
| kilojoules (kJ) | kilocalories (kcal) |
|---|---|
| 1 kJ | 0.23900574 kcal |
| 2 kJ | 0.47801147 kcal |
| 5 kJ | 1.19502868 kcal |
| 10 kJ | 2.39005736 kcal |
| 20 kJ | 4.78011472 kcal |
| 50 kJ | 11.95028681 kcal |
| 100 kJ | 23.90057361 kcal |
Explanation
These are both units.
How to convert kilojoules to kilocalories
- Start with the value in kilojoules (kJ).
- Multiply it by 0.2390057361.
- The result is the measurement in kilocalories (kcal).
Example: 10 kJ → 2.39005736 kcal
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you convert joules to calories?
Divide joules by 4.184 to get calories.
How many joules are in 1 kWh?
1 kilowatt-hour equals 3.6 million joules.
How do you convert calories to joules?
Multiply calories by 4.184 to get joules.
What energy units can I convert here?
This converter supports joules, kilojoules, watt-hours, kilowatt-hours, calories, kilocalories, BTU, electronvolts, and more.
What is a kilowatt-hour?
A kilowatt-hour is a unit of energy commonly used for electricity usage and billing.
How many calories are in 100 joules?
100 joules equal about 23.9 small calories.
Can I convert BTU and kWh here?
Yes. This converter supports both BTU and kilowatt-hours.
Is energy conversion useful for electricity and heating?
Yes. Energy conversion is useful for power usage, food energy, physics, and heating systems.
What’s the difference between a calorie and a Calorie?
A small calorie (cal) is used in physics. A food Calorie (Cal) is a kilocalorie: 1 Cal = 1 kcal = 4,184 J.
How many BTU are in 1 kWh?
1 kWh equals about 3,412.14 BTU (IT).