Convert kilocalorie (th) to Btu (IT)
Please provide values below to convert kilocalorie (th) [kcal (th)] to Btu (IT) [Btu (IT)], or Convert Btu (IT) to kilocalorie (th).
1 kcal (th) = 3.96566684124 Btu (IT). To convert kilocalorie (th) to Btu (IT), multiply the value by 3.96566684124; to go the other way, divide by it (1 Btu (IT) = 0.252164400096 kcal (th)). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kcal (th) = 3.96566684124 Btu (IT)
- 1 Btu (IT) = 0.252164400096 kcal (th)
- 10 kcal (th) = 39.6566684124 Btu (IT)
- 100 kcal (th) = 396.566684124 Btu (IT)
How to Convert Kilocalorie (Th) to Btu (It)
1 kcal (th) = 3.96566684123878 Btu (IT)
Example: convert 15 kcal (th) to Btu (IT):
15 kcal (th) = 15 × 3.96566684123878 Btu (IT) = 59.4850026185818 Btu (IT)
Kilocalorie (Th) to Btu (It) Conversion Table
| kilocalorie (th) | Btu (IT) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal (th) | 3.96566684124 Btu (IT) |
| 2 kcal (th) | 7.93133368248 Btu (IT) |
| 3 kcal (th) | 11.8970005237 Btu (IT) |
| 5 kcal (th) | 19.8283342062 Btu (IT) |
| 10 kcal (th) | 39.6566684124 Btu (IT) |
| 20 kcal (th) | 79.3133368248 Btu (IT) |
| 50 kcal (th) | 198.283342062 Btu (IT) |
| 100 kcal (th) | 396.566684124 Btu (IT) |
| 500 kcal (th) | 1982.83342062 Btu (IT) |
| 1000 kcal (th) | 3965.66684124 Btu (IT) |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilocalorie (th) in Btu (IT)?
1 kilocalorie (th) (kcal (th)) = 3.96566684124 Btu (IT) (Btu (IT)).
How do you convert kilocalorie (th) to Btu (IT)?
Multiply the kilocalorie (th) value by 3.96566684124. For example, 25 kcal (th) × 3.96566684124 = 99.141671031 Btu (IT).
What is 10 kilocalorie (th) in Btu (IT)?
10 kcal (th) = 39.6566684124 Btu (IT).
Which unit is larger, the kilocalorie (th) or the Btu (IT)?
The kilocalorie (th) is the larger unit: 1 kcal (th) = 3.96566684124 Btu (IT).