Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Kelvin Conversion

Convert between Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius and Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Kelvin quickly and accurately.

J/(kg·°C)
kcal/(kg·K)

How to Convert Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Kelvin

Conversion Formula

1 J/(kg·°C) = 0 kcal/(kg·K)
1 kcal/(kg·K) = 4186.8 J/(kg·°C)

Example

Convert 15 J/(kg·°C) to kcal/(kg·K):

15 J/(kg·°C) = 15 × 0 kcal/(kg·K) = 0.004 kcal/(kg·K)

Unit Information

Learn about the specific heat capacity units you're converting between

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius

J/(kg·°C)

Definition

The joule per kilogram per degree Celsius (J/(kg·°C)) is a unit of specific heat capacity equal to one joule per kilogram per kelvin. It represents the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of a substance by one degree Celsius, commonly used in thermal engineering and materials science applications.

History/Origin

Developed as a practical unit for specific heat capacity measurements using Celsius temperature units, this unit became widely adopted in thermal engineering and materials science. It provides a convenient measure for specific heat capacity in contexts where Celsius units are preferred over kelvin units.

Current Use

Commonly used in thermal engineering, materials science, and HVAC applications where Celsius temperature units are preferred. It is essential for calculating heat transfer rates, designing thermal management systems, and analyzing thermal properties of materials in various engineering applications.

Multiplier

1

Offset

0

Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Kelvin

kcal/(kg·K)

Definition

The kilocalorie (IT) per kilogram per kelvin (kcal/(kg·K)) is a unit of specific heat capacity equal to approximately 4186.8 joules per kilogram per kelvin. It represents the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of a substance by one kelvin, commonly used in thermal engineering and energy analysis applications.

History/Origin

Developed for thermal engineering and energy analysis applications where kilocalorie and kelvin units are preferred, this unit became standard in industrial thermal analysis and energy system design. It provides a practical measure for specific heat capacity in contexts where kilocalorie and kelvin units are more appropriate.

Current Use

Widely used in thermal engineering, energy analysis, and industrial applications. It is essential for calculating heat transfer rates, designing thermal management systems, and analyzing thermal properties in energy and industrial applications.

Multiplier

4186.8

Offset

0

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Kelvin Conversion Table

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius [J/(kg·°C)] Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Kelvin [kcal/(kg·K)]
1 J/(kg·°C) 0.000239 kcal/(kg·K)
10 J/(kg·°C) 0.002388 kcal/(kg·K)
25 J/(kg·°C) 0.005971 kcal/(kg·K)
50 J/(kg·°C) 0.011942 kcal/(kg·K)
100 J/(kg·°C) 0.023885 kcal/(kg·K)
0 J/(kg·°C) 0E+0 kcal/(kg·K)
-10 J/(kg·°C) -0.002388 kcal/(kg·K)
-40 J/(kg·°C) -0.009554 kcal/(kg·K)

Related Conversions

Explore more Specific Heat Capacity conversion options

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Joule per Kilogram per Kelvin

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Joule per Gram per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilojoule per Kilogram per Kelvin

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilojoule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Calorie (IT) per Gram per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Calorie (IT) per Gram per Degree Fahrenheit

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Calorie (th) per Gram per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (th) per Kilogram per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Kilogram per Kelvin

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (th) per Kilogram per Kelvin

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Kilogram-force Meter per Kilogram per Kelvin

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to Pound-force Foot per Pound per Degree Rankine

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to BTU (IT) per Pound per Degree Fahrenheit

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to BTU (th) per Pound per Degree Fahrenheit

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to BTU (IT) per Pound per Degree Rankine

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to BTU (th) per Pound per Degree Rankine

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to BTU (IT) per Pound per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion

Joule per Kilogram per Degree Celsius to CHU per Pound per Degree Celsius

Quick conversion