Convert Btu (IT) to kilocalorie (th)
Please provide values below to convert Btu (IT) [Btu (IT)] to kilocalorie (th) [kcal (th)], or Convert kilocalorie (th) to Btu (IT).
1 Btu (IT) = 0.252164400096 kcal (th). To convert Btu (IT) to kilocalorie (th), multiply the value by 0.252164400096; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kcal (th) = 3.96566684124 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) = 0.252164400096 kcal (th)
- 1 kcal (th) = 3.96566684124 Btu (IT)
- 10 Btu (IT) = 2.52164400096 kcal (th)
- 100 Btu (IT) = 25.2164400096 kcal (th)
How to Convert Btu (It) to Kilocalorie (Th)
1 Btu (IT) = 0.252164400095602 kcal (th)
Example: convert 15 Btu (IT) to kcal (th):
15 Btu (IT) = 15 × 0.252164400095602 kcal (th) = 3.78246600143403 kcal (th)
Btu (It) to Kilocalorie (Th) Conversion Table
| Btu (IT) | kilocalorie (th) |
|---|---|
| 1 Btu (IT) | 0.252164400096 kcal (th) |
| 2 Btu (IT) | 0.504328800191 kcal (th) |
| 3 Btu (IT) | 0.756493200287 kcal (th) |
| 5 Btu (IT) | 1.26082200048 kcal (th) |
| 10 Btu (IT) | 2.52164400096 kcal (th) |
| 20 Btu (IT) | 5.04328800191 kcal (th) |
| 50 Btu (IT) | 12.6082200048 kcal (th) |
| 100 Btu (IT) | 25.2164400096 kcal (th) |
| 500 Btu (IT) | 126.082200048 kcal (th) |
| 1000 Btu (IT) | 252.164400096 kcal (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.
Kilocalorie (Th)
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1,000 calories, commonly used to measure the energy content of food and beverages.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie originated in the 19th century as a unit to quantify heat energy, especially in nutrition and thermodynamics. It was widely adopted in the early 20th century for dietary energy measurement.
Current Use
Today, the kilocalorie is primarily used in nutrition to express the energy content of food and drinks, although it is often simply called a 'calorie' in everyday language.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Btu (IT) in kilocalorie (th)?
1 Btu (IT) (Btu (IT)) = 0.252164400096 kilocalorie (th) (kcal (th)).
How do you convert Btu (IT) to kilocalorie (th)?
Multiply the Btu (IT) value by 0.252164400096. For example, 25 Btu (IT) × 0.252164400096 = 6.30411000239 kcal (th).
What is 10 Btu (IT) in kilocalorie (th)?
10 Btu (IT) = 2.52164400096 kcal (th).
Which unit is larger, the Btu (IT) or the kilocalorie (th)?
The kilocalorie (th) is the larger unit: 1 Btu (IT) equals only 0.252164400096 kcal (th).