Energy

kJ to kcal conversion

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

1 kJ = 0.2390057 kcal

Formula

To convert kilojoule to kilocalorie, multiply the kJ value by 0.2390057. To go the other way, divide by 0.2390057 (or multiply by 4.184).

kJ to kcal conversion table

kJkcal
10.2390057
20.4780115
51.195029
102.390057
255.975143
5011.95029
10023.90057
25059.75143
500119.5029
1000239.0057

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 860.4207 kcal.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert kilojoule to kilocalorie?

Multiply the value in kJ by 0.2390057 to get kcal. For example, 10 kJ = 2.390057 kcal.

What is 1 kJ in kcal?

1 kJ equals 0.2390057 kcal.

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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