Kilojoule to Calorie Converter

Convert Kilojoule (kJ) to Calorie (cal) instantly. Free online energy conversion calculator.

About Kilojoule

Symbol: kJ

Category: Energy

Description

The kilojoule (kJ) equals 1,000 joules. Often used for food energy labeling outside the US.

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 Calorie

Symbol: cal

Category: Energy

Description

The calorie (cal) is the energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1°C. Used in chemistry and physics.

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

Kilojoule to Calorie Conversion Table

KilojouleCalorie
1 kJ239.005736 cal
5 kJ1195.028681 cal
10 kJ2390.057361 cal
25 kJ5975.143403 cal
50 kJ11950.286807 cal
100 kJ23900.573614 cal
500 kJ119502.868069 cal
1000 kJ239005.736138 cal
How to Convert Kilojoule to Calorie

To convert from Kilojoule (kJ) to Calorie (cal), multiply the value by 239.005736.

Formula:
cal = kJ × 239.005736

Example:
1 kJ = 239.005736 cal