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BTU to Kilocalorie

Convert measurements between BTU and Kilocalorie.

Common conversions

1BTU = 0.2522 kcal
5BTU = 1.2608 kcal
10BTU = 2.5217 kcal
24BTU = 6.052 kcal
32BTU = 8.0693 kcal
55BTU = 13.8691 kcal

Conversion information

1 BTU = 0.252165 Kilocalorie

British thermal unit, used in heating/cooling.
One thousand calories, used in nutrition.

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 kilocalorie?
It equals one thousand calories and is the unit used on nutrition labels.
Why is kcal used in nutrition?
Because it better represents the energy in foods in practical amounts.