Kilocalorie to Joule Converter

Convert Kilocalorie (kcal) to Joule (J) instantly. Free online energy conversion calculator.

About Kilocalorie

Symbol: kcal

Category: Energy

Description

The kilocalorie (kcal) equals 1,000 calories. This is the "Calorie" shown on food nutrition labels.

Common Uses

  • General measurements
  • Scientific calculations
  • Engineering applications

Benefits

  • Standardized measurement
  • Widely recognized
  • Precise calculations

Quick Facts

  • Part of measurement system
  • Used in various applications

About Joule

Symbol: J

Category: Energy

Description

The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy. One joule equals the work done by a force of one newton over one meter.

Common Uses

  • General measurements
  • Scientific calculations
  • Engineering applications

Benefits

  • Standardized measurement
  • Widely recognized
  • Precise calculations

Quick Facts

  • Part of measurement system
  • Used in various applications

Kilocalorie to Joule Conversion Table

KilocalorieJoule
1 kcal4184 J
5 kcal20920 J
10 kcal41840 J
25 kcal104600 J
50 kcal209200 J
100 kcal418400 J
500 kcal2092000 J
1000 kcal4184000 J
How to Convert Kilocalorie to Joule

To convert from Kilocalorie (kcal) to Joule (J), multiply the value by 4184.

Formula:
J = kcal × 4184

Example:
1 kcal = 4184 J