Kilojoules (kJ) to BTU Converter

The Formula

The formula for converting kilojoules (kJ) to British Thermal Units (BTU) is:

\[BTU = kJ \div 1.055056\]

Where:

• BTU: British Thermal Units
• kJ: Kilojoules

Conversion Steps

1. Start with the number of kilojoules you want to convert
2. Divide this number by 1.055056
3. The result is the equivalent number of BTUs

Example Conversion

Let's convert 5 kilojoules to BTU:

\[BTU = 5 kJ \div 1.055056 \approx 4.739 BTU\]

About Kilojoules and BTU

Kilojoules (kJ) and British Thermal Units (BTU) are both units of energy, but they are used in different contexts:

• 1 kilojoule is equal to 1000 joules and is commonly used in scientific and metric system measurements.
• 1 BTU is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit. It's commonly used in the United States for heating and cooling applications.
• 1 BTU is approximately equal to 1.055056 kilojoules.

This converter allows for quick and accurate conversions between these two energy units, which is useful in various scientific, engineering, and practical applications.