Energy

J to kWh conversion

Convert joule (J) to kilowatt-hour (kWh). Energy is the capacity to do work or transfer heat — the currency of every heat and material balance.

1 J = 2.7778e-7 kWh

Formula

To convert joule to kilowatt-hour, multiply the J value by 2.7778e-7. To go the other way, divide by 2.7778e-7 (or multiply by 3600000).

J to kWh conversion table

JkWh
12.7778e-7
25.5556e-7
51.3889e-6
102.7778e-6
256.9444e-6
501.3889e-5
1002.7778e-5
2506.9444e-5
5000.0001388889
10000.0002777778

Used in practice

Heat duties integrate to energy in kJ, MJ, or BTU; utilities are billed in kWh or MMBTU.

A calorie, a BTU, and a joule are all energy — keep the conversion factors handy when a spec mixes them.

Worked example. A energy of 3600000 J is 1 kWh.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert joule to kilowatt-hour?

Multiply the value in J by 2.7778e-7 to get kWh. For example, 10 J = 2.7778e-6 kWh.

What is 1 J in kWh?

1 J equals 2.7778e-7 kWh.

Where is this conversion used?

Heat duties integrate to energy in kJ, MJ, or BTU; utilities are billed in kWh or MMBTU.

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