Converters

Joules to BTU Converter

Convert joules to btu instantly. 1 joule = 0.000947813 btu.

0.000947813
1 J = 0.000947813 BTU

Common conversions

From 1 joules
  • Kilojoules (kJ)0.001
  • Calories (cal)0.239006
  • Kilocalories (kcal)0.000239006
  • Watt-hours (Wh)0.000277778
  • Kilowatt-hours (kWh)2.7778e-7
  • BTU (BTU)0.000947813
  • Electronvolts (eV)6.2415e+18
Method

How it works

BTU = Joules × 0.0009478133945
Multiply the number of joules by 0.0009478133945 to get btu. To go back, multiply by 1055.06. Examples: 1 J = 0.000947813 BTU · 5 J = 0.00473907 BTU · 10 J = 0.00947813 BTU · 100 J = 0.0947813 BTU.
FAQ

Frequently asked

How many btu are in a joule?

1 joule = 0.000947813 btu.

What is the formula to convert joules to btu?

BTU = Joules × 0.0009478133945

Is this conversion exact?

The conversion factor between joules and btu is defined by international standards and is exact to at least 10 significant figures here.

Can I convert in the opposite direction?

Yes — use our BTU to Joules converter, or multiply your value by 1055.06.

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