Convert Btu (IT) to calorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert Btu (IT) [Btu (IT)] to calorie (th) [cal (th)], or Convert calorie (th) to Btu (IT).
1 Btu (IT) = 252.164400096 cal (th). To convert Btu (IT) to calorie (th), multiply the value by 252.164400096; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cal (th) = 0.00396566684124 Btu (IT)). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 Btu (IT) = 252.164400096 cal (th)
- 1 cal (th) = 0.00396566684124 Btu (IT)
- 10 Btu (IT) = 2521.64400096 cal (th)
- 100 Btu (IT) = 25216.4400096 cal (th)
How to Convert Btu (It) to Calorie (Th)
1 Btu (IT) = 252.164400095602 cal (th)
Example: convert 15 Btu (IT) to cal (th):
15 Btu (IT) = 15 × 252.164400095602 cal (th) = 3782.46600143403 cal (th)
Btu (It) to Calorie (Th) Conversion Table
| Btu (IT) | calorie (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 Btu (IT) | 252.164400096 cal (th) |
| 2 Btu (IT) | 504.328800191 cal (th) |
| 3 Btu (IT) | 756.493200287 cal (th) |
| 5 Btu (IT) | 1260.82200048 cal (th) |
| 10 Btu (IT) | 2521.64400096 cal (th) |
| 20 Btu (IT) | 5043.28800191 cal (th) |
| 50 Btu (IT) | 12608.2200048 cal (th) |
| 100 Btu (IT) | 25216.4400096 cal (th) |
| 500 Btu (IT) | 126082.200048 cal (th) |
| 1000 Btu (IT) | 252164.400096 cal (th) |
Btu (It)
The Btu (IT) is a unit of energy used to measure the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit, based on the International Table (IT) standards.
History/Origin
The Btu (IT) originated from the British thermal unit, adapted for international standards to provide a consistent measurement of heat energy, particularly in engineering and thermodynamics contexts.
Current Use
The Btu (IT) is primarily used in the energy industry, including heating, cooling, and power generation, to quantify energy content and efficiency in systems adhering to international standards.
Calorie (Th)
The calorie (th) is a unit of energy used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius.
History/Origin
The calorie (th) was historically used in the context of thermochemistry and nutrition, originating from the calorie concept in the 19th century. It has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts but remains in common use in some regions and fields.
Current Use
Today, the calorie (th) is primarily used in nutrition labeling and food energy measurements, especially in regions where the thermochemical calorie is still recognized, although the joule is the SI standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Btu (IT) in calorie (th)?
1 Btu (IT) (Btu (IT)) = 252.164400096 calorie (th) (cal (th)).
How do you convert Btu (IT) to calorie (th)?
Multiply the Btu (IT) value by 252.164400096. For example, 25 Btu (IT) × 252.164400096 = 6304.11000239 cal (th).
What is 10 Btu (IT) in calorie (th)?
10 Btu (IT) = 2521.64400096 cal (th).
Which unit is larger, the Btu (IT) or the calorie (th)?
The Btu (IT) is the larger unit: 1 Btu (IT) = 252.164400096 cal (th).