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BTU to Calorie

Convert measurements between BTU and Calorie.

Common conversions

100BTU = 25216.5392 cal
500BTU = 126082.696 cal
1000BTU = 252165.392 cal
2400BTU = 605196.9407 cal
3200BTU = 806929.2543 cal
5500BTU = 1.39e+6 cal

Conversion information

1 BTU = 252.165 Calorie

British thermal unit, used in heating/cooling.
Energy needed to raise 1 g of water by 1°C.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a BTU?
It is a unit of energy mainly used in air conditioning and heating systems.
Where is the BTU used?
In air conditioning, heating, and thermal equipment specifications.
What is a calorie?
It is the energy needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by 1°C.
Where is the calorie used?
In nutrition and science to measure thermal energy.