Convert Joules to BTU
1 J = 0.000947813 BTU
Conversion Table
| joules (J) | BTU (BTU) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.000473907 |
| 1 | 0.000947813 |
| 2 | 0.00189563 |
| 5 | 0.00473907 |
| 10 | 0.00947813 |
| 25 | 0.0236953 |
| 50 | 0.0473907 |
| 100 | 0.0947813 |
| 250 | 0.236953 |
| 500 | 0.473907 |
| 1000 | 0.947813 |
How to Convert joules to BTU
To convert joules to BTU, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 J = 0.00947813 BTU
About joules and BTU
The Conversion Formula
To convert joules to BTU, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 J = 0.000947813 BTU. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 J to BTU: 25 × 0.000947813 = 0.0236953 BTU. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 0.000947813, or equivalently multiply by 1055.06.
About joules
The Joule (J) is the standard unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI). It is named after James Prescott Joule, who proved that heat is a form of energy. One Joule is the work done by a force of one Newton moving an object one meter. It is a small unit: lifting a small apple one meter takes about 1 Joule. joules are commonly used in Scientific research, Physics education, Electronics ratings, and Kinetic energy calculations, Work done.
The energy of a heartbeat is roughly 1 Joule.
About BTU
The British Thermal Unit (BTU) is the imperial counterpart to the calorie. It is the heat needed to raise 1 pound of water by 1°F. Despite its name, it is almost exclusively used in the United States today, particularly for heating (furnaces) and cooling (air conditioners). BTU are commonly used in AC unit ratings, Gas grills, Furnaces, and Water heaters, Propane tanks.
Burning a single wooden match releases about 1 BTU.
When Would You Convert joules to BTU?
Converting between joules and btu is one of the most common energy conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 J = 0.000947813 BTU) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.