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Convert BTU to Calorie

Formula
Calorie = BTU × 252.165
or: BTU = Calorie ÷ 252.165
Common Conversions
BTU to Calorie Conversion Table
BTUCalorie
0.125.217
0.5126.083
1252.165
2504.331
51,260.83
102,521.65
256,304.13
5012,608.27
10025,216.54
500126,082.7
1,000252,165.39
5,0001,260,826.96
10,0002,521,653.92

What is a BTU?

The British Thermal Unit (BTU) is an imperial unit of energy equal to approximately 1,055 joules. It is commonly used in the United States for heating, cooling, and air conditioning systems.

What is a Calorie (cal)?

The calorie (cal) is a unit of energy equal to approximately 4.184 joules. The dietary Calorie (kcal) equals 1,000 calories. Calories are commonly used in nutrition and food science to measure the energy content of food.

How to Convert BTU to Calorie (cal)

To convert BTU to Calorie, multiply the BTU value by 252.165. For example, to convert 5 BTU to Calorie: 5 × 252.165 = 1260.83 Calorie. You can also use the free online calculator above for instant, accurate results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in 1 btu?

There are 252.165 calories in 1 btu. The conversion factor is 252.165.

What is the formula to convert btu to calorie?

The formula is: Calorie = BTU × 252.165. For example, 10 BTU = 2521.65 Calorie.

How to convert 100 btu to calorie?

100 btu = 25216.5 calorie. Multiply 100 by 252.165.

Is btu bigger than calorie?

No, 1 btu equals 252.165 calorie, which means calorie is the smaller unit.