kilocalories to therms
Convert kilocalorie (food cal) to therm — instant, free, with the formula shown.
How to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to therm
To convert kilocalorie (food cal) to therm, multiply by 3.9657e-5:
For example, 10 kcal × 3.9657e-5 = 0.000397 thm.
kcal to thm conversion table
| kilocalories (kcal) | therms (thm) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal | 3.9657e-5 thm |
| 2 kcal | 7.9313e-5 thm |
| 5 kcal | 0.000198 thm |
| 10 kcal | 0.000397 thm |
| 25 kcal | 0.000991 thm |
| 50 kcal | 0.001983 thm |
| 100 kcal | 0.003966 thm |
| 250 kcal | 0.009914 thm |
| 500 kcal | 0.019828 thm |
| 1000 kcal | 0.039657 thm |
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kcal to thm — frequently asked
How many therms are in 1 kilocalorie (food cal)?
1 kilocalorie (food cal) = 3.9657e-5 therms (kcal × 3.9657e-5 = thm).
What is the formula to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to therm?
Multiply your kilocalorie (food cal) value by 3.9657e-5 to get therm.
How do I convert 10 kilocalories to therms?
10 kcal = 0.000397 thm. For 100 kcal the answer is 0.003966 thm. Use the calculator on this page for any other value.
When to convert kilocalorie (food cal) to therm
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.