Calorie To British thermal unit Converter

(cal to Btu converter)

Convert Calorie (th) to British thermal unit (th)


Effortlessly Convert Calories to BTUs


(Last Updated On: 2024-05-08)

Unveil the simplicity of converting thermal calories (cal) to British thermal units (Btu) with Newtum's precise Calorie th to British thermal unit th Converter.

What are Calorie and British thermal unit

Definition of Calorie

A calorie (symbol: cal), often specified as Calorie th, is a unit of energy. It is historically defined as the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius. The calorie is commonly used in chemistry and physics but has been largely replaced by the joule in scientific contexts.

Definition of British thermal unit

The British thermal unit (Btu or BTU) is a traditional unit of heat. It is part of the British Imperial and United States customary units. Defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit, it is used in the power, steam generation, heating, and air conditioning industries.

Calorie to British thermal unit Conversion Table

Calorie th British thermal unit th (Btu)
1 cal 0.00396567 Btu
10 cal 0.0396567 Btu
50 cal 0.198283 Btu
100 cal 0.396567 Btu
200 cal 0.793133 Btu
500 cal 1.98283 Btu
1000 cal 3.96567 Btu
5000 cal 19.8283 Btu
10000 cal 39.6567 Btu
50000 cal 198.283 Btu

Conversion of Calorie to British thermal unit

1 cal = 0.00396567 Btu
1 Btu = 252 cal

Example 1:
Convert 100 cal to Btu:
100 cal = 100 × 0.00396567 Btu = 0.396567 Btu

Example 2:
Convert 250 cal to Btu:
250 cal = 250 × 0.00396567 Btu = 0.9914175 Btu

History of Calorie and British thermal unit

The Calorie to British thermal unit converter has a fascinating history, rooted in the need for a practical means to relate energy in food (calories) to energy in heating applications (BTUs). This tool has evolved over time, becoming a critical component for professionals in nutrition, fitness, and engineering.

How to use Calorie to British thermal unit Converter

Real Life Applications of Calorie to British thermal unit

Discover how the Calorie th to British thermal unit th Converter can be applied in practical scenarios, enhancing your understanding of energy conversion.

Solved Examples cal to Btu

Example 1: To convert 500 calories (cal) to British thermal units (Btu), the equation is: 500 cal × 0.00396567 = 1.98283 Btu.

Example 2: To convert 1500 calories (cal) to British thermal units (Btu), the equation is: 1500 cal × 0.00396567 = 5.94851 Btu.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is 1 Calorie th in British thermal units (Btu)?
1 Calorie th is equivalent to 0.00396567 British thermal units (Btu).

How do I convert calories to BTUs?
You can convert calories to BTUs by multiplying the number of calories by 0.00396567.

Is this converter tool free to use?
Yes, Newtum's Calorie th to British thermal unit th Converter is completely free to use.