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Joules and BTU are units of energy used to measure the amount of heat or work done. Both units are commonly used in various fields, including physics, engineering, and thermodynamics, to quantify energy-related processes.
Joule (J)
The joule is the SI (International System of Units) unit of energy. It is defined as the amount of energy transferred or expended when a force of one newton is applied over a distance of one meter in the direction of the force. In other words, a joule is the basic unit of energy and can be used to describe various forms of energy, such as mechanical, thermal, and electrical energy.
British Thermal Unit (BTU)
The British Thermal Unit is a traditional unit of energy commonly used in the United States, particularly in the context of heating and cooling systems. It is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit at a constant pressure. BTUs are often used to measure the heating or cooling capacity of appliances like furnaces, air conditioners, and heaters.
How to convert Joules to BTU
1 J = 0.00094781712 BTUIT
1 BTUIT = 1055.05585262 J
Energy conversion of joules to BTU is given by the formula:
E(BTU) = E(J) / 1055.05585262 = 0.00094781712 ⋅ E(J)
Joules to BTU conversion table
| Energy (J) | Energy (BTUIT) |
| 1 J | 0.000948 BTU |
| 2 J | 0.001896 BTU |
| 3 J | 0.002843 BTU |
| 4 J | 0.003791 BTU |
| 5 J | 0.004739 BTU |
| 6 J | 0.005687 BTU |
| 7 J | 0.006635 BTU |
| 8 J | 0.007583 BTU |
| 9 J | 0.008530 BTU |
| 10 J | 0.009478 BTU |
| 20 J | 0.018956 BTU |
| 30 J | 0.028435 BTU |
| 40 J | 0.037913 BTU |
| 50 J | 0.047391 BTU |
| 60 J | 0.056869 BTU |
| 70 J | 0.066347 BTU |
| 80 J | 0.075825 BTU |
| 90 J | 0.085304 BTU |
| 100 J | 0.094782 BTU |
| 200 J | 0.189563 BTU |
| 300 J | 0.284345 BTU |
| 400 J | 0.379127 BTU |
| 500 J | 0.473909 BTU |
| 600 J | 0.568690 BTU |
| 700 J | 0.663472 BTU |
| 800 J | 0.758254 BTU |
| 900 J | 0.853035 BTU |
| 1000 J | 0.947817 BTU |
| 2000 J | 1.895634 BTU |
| 3000 J | 2.843451 BTU |
| 4000 J | 3.791268 BTU |
| 5000 J | 4.739086 BTU |
| 6000 J | 5.686903 BTU |
| 7000 J | 6.634720 BTU |
| 8000 J | 7.582537 BTU |
| 9000 J | 8.530354 BTU |
| 10000 J | 9.478171 BTU |
FAQs on Joules to BTU
What is the difference between a joule and a BTU?
Joule and BTU are both units to measure energy. Joule is a small unit used in the metric system, like the amount of energy when you lift something. BTU (British Thermal Unit) is bigger and often used for heating or cooling, like how much heat a stove or air conditioner produces.
What is 1 BTU in Joules per kilogram?
1 BTU is about 1055 joules per kilogram. This tells us how much energy is in a certain amount of stuff, like food or fuel.
What is a BTU of energy
A BTU is a unit of energy, specifically heat energy. It's like a measure of how much warmth something can give off.
How do I convert BTU into kW?
To convert BTU to kW, you can divide the BTU value by about 3412. This helps you understand how much power is needed to generate that amount of heat.
How many watts is 1 BTU?
1 BTU is roughly equal to 0.293 watts. This helps you compare heat energy with electrical power.
What is a BTU per hour?
A BTU per hour is a way to show how much heat energy is produced or used in an hour. It's like saying how quickly heat is being generated or moved.
Is BTU per hour power?
Yes, BTU per hour can be thought of as a measure of power related to heat. It tells you how fast heat energy is being produced or used.
How many BTU is 1 HP?
1 horsepower (HP) is approximately equal to 2545 BTUs. It helps you understand how much heat or work an engine or machine can produce.
