Calorie to Joule Converter

Quick Answer

1 cal = 4.184 J

Formula: Joule = Calorie x 4.184

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To (Joule)
4.184J

Quick values

Calorie to Joule Conversion Table

Calorie (cal)Joule (J)
14.184
28.368
312.552
416.736
520.92
625.104
729.288
833.472
937.656
1041.84

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert Calorie to Joule?
Use the formula Joule = Calorie x 4.184. For example: 1 cal = 4.184 J. Our calculator handles this automatically.
How many Joules in a Calorie?
1 cal = 4.184 J.
Why would I need to convert Calorie to Joule?
Converting Calorie to Joule is useful for scientific calculations, engineering projects, international trade, and everyday measurements where different unit systems are used.

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Reference factors

4.184

J per cal

0.239006

cal per J

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Formula audit

Joule = Calorie x 4.184

1 cal = 4.184 J

Results use the shared conversion engine and retain the full conversion rule before display formatting.

Unit reference

CategoryEnergy
Input unitCalorie (cal)
Output unitJoule (J)