kilocalories to kilowatt-hours
Convert kilocalorie (food cal) to kilowatt-hour — instant, free, with the formula shown.
How to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to kilowatt-hour
To convert kilocalorie (food cal) to kilowatt-hour, multiply by 0.00116222:
For example, 10 kcal × 0.001162 = 0.011622 kWh.
kcal to kWh conversion table
| kilocalories (kcal) | kilowatt-hours (kWh) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal | 0.001162 kWh |
| 2 kcal | 0.002324 kWh |
| 5 kcal | 0.005811 kWh |
| 10 kcal | 0.011622 kWh |
| 25 kcal | 0.029056 kWh |
| 50 kcal | 0.058111 kWh |
| 100 kcal | 0.116222 kWh |
| 250 kcal | 0.290556 kWh |
| 500 kcal | 0.581111 kWh |
| 1000 kcal | 1.162222 kWh |
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kcal to kWh — frequently asked
How many kilowatt-hours are in 1 kilocalorie (food cal)?
1 kilocalorie (food cal) = 0.001162 kilowatt-hours (kcal × 0.001162 = kWh).
What is the formula to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to kilowatt-hour?
Multiply your kilocalorie (food cal) value by 0.00116222 to get kilowatt-hour.
How do I convert 10 kilocalories to kilowatt-hours?
10 kcal = 0.011622 kWh. For 100 kcal the answer is 0.116222 kWh. Use the calculator on this page for any other value.
When to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to kilowatt-hour
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.