joule to calorie

Live joule (J) to calorie (cal) converter. Plus a 10-value reference table and FAQs.

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1 J = 0.239cal

Conversion table

Ten sample values from joule to calorie. Use the converter above for arbitrary values.

joule (J)calorie (cal)
0.001 J 0.000239 cal
0.01 J 0.00239 cal
0.1 J 0.023901 cal
0.5 J 0.119503 cal
1 J 0.239006 cal
2 J 0.478011 cal
5 J 1.195029 cal
10 J 2.390057 cal
100 J 23.900574 cal
1,000 J 239.005736 cal

About the joule

SI unit of energy. 1 N·m.

About the calorie

4.184 J. The energy to heat 1 g water by 1 °C.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert joule to calorie?

Multiply the joule value by 0.239006 to get it in calorie. For example, 10 J = 2.3901 cal.

What is 1 J in cal?

1 J = 0.239006 cal.

What is 100 J in cal?

100 J = 23.9006 cal.

What is the formula?

Linear: multiply by 0.239006 (the unit factor ratio).

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