Joules to Kilocalories Converter
Convert joules to kilocalories (J to kcal) instantly with our free online converter. Accurate results with decimal precision.
How to convert joules to kilocalories?
To convert joules to kilocalories, you can use the following conversion factor: **1 joule = 0.000239006 kilocalories**, multiply the number of joules by 0.000239006.
E(kcal) = E(J) × 0.000239006
Example
Convert 4184 J to kilocalories:
E(kcal) = 4184J × 0.000239006 = 1kcal
How many kilocalories in a joule?
There are 0.000239006 kilocalories in one joule.
1J = 0.000239006kcal
1J = 0.000239006kcal
How many joules in a kilocalorie?
There are 4184 joules in one kilocalorie.
1kcal = 4184J
1kcal = 4184J
What is a Kilocalorie?
A kilocalorie (kcal) is a unit of energy equal to 1000 calories. It is commonly used in nutrition to measure the energy content of food and is often referred to as a 'Calorie' (with capital C) on food labels.
Popular joules to kilocalories conversion table
| Joules (J) | Kilocalories (kcal) |
|---|---|
| 1 J | 0.000239006 kcal |
| 100 J | 0.0239006 kcal |
| 1000 J | 0.239006 kcal |
| 4184 J | 1 kcal |
| 5000 J | 1.19503 kcal |
| 10000 J | 2.39006 kcal |
| 20000 J | 4.78012 kcal |
| 50000 J | 11.9503 kcal |
| 100000 J | 23.9006 kcal |
| 500000 J | 119.503 kcal |
| 1000000 J | 239.006 kcal |