Energy

kJ to cal conversion

Convert kilojoule (kJ) to calorie (cal). Energy is the capacity to do work or transfer heat — the currency of every heat and material balance.

1 kJ = 239.0057 cal

Formula

To convert kilojoule to calorie, multiply the kJ value by 239.0057. To go the other way, divide by 239.0057 (or multiply by 0.004184).

kJ to cal conversion table

kJcal
1239.0057
2478.0115
51195.029
102390.057
255975.143
5011950.29
10023900.57
25059751.43
500119502.9
1000239005.7

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 3600 kJ is 860420.7 cal.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert kilojoule to calorie?

Multiply the value in kJ by 239.0057 to get cal. For example, 10 kJ = 2390.057 cal.

What is 1 kJ in cal?

1 kJ equals 239.0057 cal.

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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