BTU to Kilocalories (kcal) Converter
Convert BTU to kcal instantly — and see every other energy unit at once.
1 BTU=0.252165 kcal
1 BTU in every unit
Joules
1,055.06J
Kilojoules
1.0551kJ
Megajoules
0.001055MJ
Watt-hours
0.293072Wh
Kilowatt-hours
2.9307e-4kWh
Calories (small)
252.1654cal
Kilocalories (kcal)
0.252165kcal
BTUfrom
1BTU
Electronvolts
6,585,166,564,100,572,000,000eV
Foot-pounds
778.1711ft·lb
Common BTU to Kilocalories (kcal) conversions
| BTU (BTU) | Kilocalories (kcal) (kcal) |
|---|---|
| 1 BTU | 0.25217 kcal |
| 2 BTU | 0.50433 kcal |
| 5 BTU | 1.26083 kcal |
| 10 BTU | 2.52165 kcal |
| 25 BTU | 6.30413 kcal |
| 50 BTU | 12.60827 kcal |
| 100 BTU | 25.21654 kcal |
| 250 BTU | 63.04135 kcal |
| 500 BTU | 126.0827 kcal |
| 1000 BTU | 252.16539 kcal |
The formula
BTU (BTU) — a unit of energy.
Kilocalories (kcal) (kcal) — a unit of energy.
Worked examples
1 BTU→0.25217 kcal
Apply BTU ÷ 3.96565 with input = 1. Result: 0.25217 kcal.
5 BTU→1.26083 kcal
Apply BTU ÷ 3.96565 with input = 5. Result: 1.26083 kcal.
10 BTU→2.52165 kcal
Apply BTU ÷ 3.96565 with input = 10. Result: 2.52165 kcal.
FAQ
How do I convert BTU to Kilocalories (kcal)?
Use the formula: kcal = BTU ÷ 3.96565. You can also use the converter above — type any value and the result updates instantly.
Where are BTU used?
BTU (BTU) — a unit of energy.
Where are Kilocalories (kcal) used?
Kilocalories (kcal) (kcal) — a unit of energy.
How do I convert Kilocalories (kcal) back to BTU?
Use the Kilocalories (kcal) to BTU converter.