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Convert BTU to Gigajoules

Use our accurate converter to change btu into gigajoules. This tool is simple to use and works instantly.

How to Calculate

To change btu to gigajoules, you just need to know the conversion factor.

Rule: 1 BTU = 0.0000010551 Gigajoules

BTU to Gigajoules
Pre-defined calculator for direct btu to gigajoules conversion.
BTU (IT)
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Gigajoules (GJ)
Formula: 1 BTU = 0.00000106 Gigajoules

Unit Information

About BTU

Definition: The British Thermal Unit is a unit for measuring heat.

History: It was developed long ago to measure the heating power of fuels.

Where it is used: Used mostly for air conditioning and heating systems in North America.

BTU to Gigajoules Conversion Table

BTU [btu]Gigajoules [gj]
0.01 btu0.0000000106 gj
0.1 btu0.0000001055 gj
1 btu0.0000010551 gj
2 btu0.0000021101 gj
3 btu0.0000031652 gj
5 btu0.0000052753 gj
10 btu0.0000105506 gj
20 btu0.0000211012 gj
50 btu0.000052753 gj
100 btu0.000105506 gj
1000 btu0.00105506 gj

How to Convert BTU to Gigajoules

Calculation: To convert btu to gigajoules, multiply the value by the conversion factor (0.0000010551).

Example: convert 15 btu to gj:
15 btu = 15 × 0.0000010551 gj = 0.0000158259 gj

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