Joules to Calories (small) Converter
Convert J to cal instantly — and see every other energy unit at once.
1 J=0.239006 cal
1 J in every unit
Joulesfrom
1J
Kilojoules
0.001kJ
Megajoules
1.0000e-6MJ
Watt-hours
2.7778e-4Wh
Kilowatt-hours
2.7778e-7kWh
Calories (small)
0.239006cal
Kilocalories (kcal)
2.3901e-4kcal
BTU
9.4781e-4BTU
Electronvolts
6,241,509,074,460,763,000eV
Foot-pounds
0.737561ft·lb
Common Joules to Calories (small) conversions
| Joules (J) | Calories (small) (cal) |
|---|---|
| 1 J | 0.23901 cal |
| 2 J | 0.47801 cal |
| 5 J | 1.19503 cal |
| 10 J | 2.39006 cal |
| 25 J | 5.97514 cal |
| 50 J | 11.95029 cal |
| 100 J | 23.90057 cal |
| 250 J | 59.75143 cal |
| 500 J | 119.50287 cal |
| 1000 J | 239.00574 cal |
The formula
Joules (J) — a unit of energy.
Calories (small) (cal) — a unit of energy.
Worked examples
1 J→0.23901 cal
Apply Joules ÷ 4.184 with input = 1. Result: 0.23901 cal.
5 J→1.19503 cal
Apply Joules ÷ 4.184 with input = 5. Result: 1.19503 cal.
10 J→2.39006 cal
Apply Joules ÷ 4.184 with input = 10. Result: 2.39006 cal.
FAQ
How do I convert Joules to Calories (small)?
Use the formula: cal = Joules ÷ 4.184. You can also use the converter above — type any value and the result updates instantly.
Where are Joules used?
Joules (J) — a unit of energy.
Where are Calories (small) used?
Calories (small) (cal) — a unit of energy.
How do I convert Calories (small) back to Joules?
Use the Calories (small) to Joules converter.