Kilocalories to Joules converter
Convert kilocalories (kcal th) to Joules (J). Calculate a value, check the formula and compare common measurements.
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What to enter
| Input | Meaning and units |
|---|---|
| Value | Enter value using the definition in the method and example. |
| From | Select the unit or currency in which the entered number is currently expressed. |
| To | Select the unit or currency you need for the answer. |
Understanding your result
The converted value describes the same energy quantity in the selected target unit. Display rounding does not add precision to the original measurement.
Common mistakes
- Confusing the source and target units, or overlooking a prefix or case-sensitive symbol.
Check your calculation
- Convert to the target unit and then reverse the direction. Within display rounding, you should recover the original value.
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How do I convert kilocalories to joules?
Enter the value in kilocalories to find the same energy quantity in joules. The number changes to match the unit; the underlying quantity stays the same. Check the definitions below when a unit has more than one convention.
Common uses
- Compare energy amounts stated in different units.
- Translate energy measurements on a specification or meter.
How it works
For the displayed direction, 1 kcal th equals 4184 J. The engine converts through the shared energy base quantity. Calories are thermochemical. BTU uses the international-table definition. Foot-pounds mean foot-pounds force. The multiplier is derived from the two centralized unit factors. Keep full precision until the final result; displayed answers use up to 12 significant digits.
Worked example
10 kcal th converts to 41840 J. For the reverse direction, swap the units and enter 41840 J; the result is approximately 10 kcal th.
FAQ
How do I convert kcal th to J?
J = kcal th × 4184
Which definition is used?
Calories are thermochemical. BTU uses the international-table definition. Foot-pounds mean foot-pounds force.
Common values
Use “Swap units” above for the reverse conversion. Values below are rounded to six significant digits.
| kilocalories | Joules |
|---|---|
| 1 | 4184 |
| 5 | 20920 |
| 10 | 41840 |
| 20 | 83680 |
| 30 | 125520 |
| 50 | 209200 |
| 100 | 418400 |