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Convert BTU to Kilocalories

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

How to Calculate

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

Rule: 1 BTU = 0.2519967517 Kilocalories

BTU to Kilocalories
Pre-defined calculator for direct btu to kilocalories conversion.
BTU (IT)
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Kilocalories (kcal)
Formula: 1 BTU = 0.25199675 Kilocalories

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 Kilocalories Conversion Table

BTU [btu]Kilocalories [kcal]
0.01 btu0.0025199675 kcal
0.1 btu0.0251996752 kcal
1 btu0.2519967517 kcal
2 btu0.5039935034 kcal
3 btu0.7559902551 kcal
5 btu1.2599837585 kcal
10 btu2.519967517 kcal
20 btu5.0399350339 kcal
50 btu12.5998375848 kcal
100 btu25.1996751696 kcal
1000 btu251.9967516958 kcal

How to Convert BTU to Kilocalories

Calculation: To convert btu to kilocalories, multiply the value by the conversion factor (0.2519967517).

Example: convert 15 btu to kcal:
15 btu = 15 × 0.2519967517 kcal = 3.7799512754 kcal

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