calories to foot-pounds
Convert calorie (small) to foot-pound — instant, free, with the formula shown.
How to convert calorie (small) to foot-pound
To convert calorie (small) to foot-pound, multiply by 3.08596003:
For example, 10 cal × 3.08596 = 30.8596 ft·lb.
cal to ft·lb conversion table
| calories (cal) | foot-pounds (ft·lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 cal | 3.08596 ft·lb |
| 2 cal | 6.17192 ft·lb |
| 5 cal | 15.4298 ft·lb |
| 10 cal | 30.8596 ft·lb |
| 25 cal | 77.149001 ft·lb |
| 50 cal | 154.298002 ft·lb |
| 100 cal | 308.596003 ft·lb |
| 250 cal | 771.490008 ft·lb |
| 500 cal | 1542.980017 ft·lb |
| 1000 cal | 3085.960033 ft·lb |
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Convert to foot-pound from another unit
cal to ft·lb — frequently asked
How many foot-pounds are in 1 calorie (small)?
1 calorie (small) = 3.08596 foot-pounds (cal × 3.08596 = ft·lb).
What is the formula to convert calorie (small) to foot-pound?
Multiply your calorie (small) value by 3.08596003 to get foot-pound.
How do I convert 10 calories to foot-pounds?
10 cal = 30.8596 ft·lb. For 100 cal the answer is 308.596003 ft·lb. Use the calculator on this page for any other value.
When to convert calorie (small) to foot-pound
Energy conversion — common questions
Is a food calorie the same as a calorie?
No — a food 'Calorie' (capital C) actually means 1 kilocalorie = 1,000 small calories = 4,184 J. Nutrition labels typically write 'cal' meaning kcal.
How many joules in 1 kWh?
1 kWh = 3,600,000 J (3.6 MJ). Because 1 kW × 1 hour = 1,000 W × 3,600 s = 3,600,000 J.
What is a BTU?
British Thermal Unit — the energy required to raise 1 pound of water by 1 °F. 1 BTU ≈ 1,055 J.