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Convert Calorie to BTU

Formula
BTU = Calorie × 0.00396565
or: Calorie = BTU ÷ 0.00396565
Common Conversions
Calorie to BTU Conversion Table
CalorieBTU
0.10
0.50.002
10.004
20.008
50.02
100.04
250.099
500.198
1000.397
5001.983
1,0003.966
5,00019.828
10,00039.657

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.

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.

How to Convert Calorie (cal) to BTU

To convert Calorie to BTU, multiply the Calorie value by 0.00396565. For example, to convert 5 Calorie to BTU: 5 × 0.00396565 = 0.0198283 BTU. You can also use the free online calculator above for instant, accurate results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many btus are in 1 calorie?

There are 0.00396565 btus in 1 calorie. The conversion factor is 0.00396565.

What is the formula to convert calorie to btu?

The formula is: BTU = Calorie × 0.00396565. For example, 10 Calorie = 0.0396565 BTU.

How to convert 100 calorie to btu?

100 calorie = 0.396565 btu. Multiply 100 by 0.00396565.

Is calorie bigger than btu?

Yes, 1 calorie equals 0.00396565 btu, which means calorie is the larger unit.