Joule to Calorie (small)

Free instant joule to calorie (small) converter. 1 J = 0.239006 cal.

0.239006
Formula
1 J = 0.239006 cal

Common Joule to Calorie (small) values

Joule (J)Calorie (small) (cal)
10.239006
51.19503
102.39006
255.97514
5011.9503
10023.9006
500119.503
1000239.006

How does Joule to Calorie (small) conversion work?

Type a value in the Joule (J) field and the equivalent in Calorie (small) (cal) appears instantly to the right. The math uses the exact formula shown above — no rounding errors, no approximations beyond standard floating-point precision. Use the swap button to flip the units and see the inverse conversion.

Joule. The SI unit of energy. About the energy of a small apple falling from waist height.

Calorie (small). The amount of energy needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1°C. Often confused with the food Calorie (which is actually a kilocalorie).

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Conversion factors come from the official standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO definitions where applicable). Values are precise to standard floating-point limits.

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Frequently asked

What is the formula for converting Joule to Calorie (small)?+
The formula is: 1 J = 0.239006 cal. Type any value into the calculator above and the result appears instantly.
How do I convert Calorie (small) back to Joule?+
Click the swap button (⇄) above to go to the Calorie (small) → Joule converter, or use the inverse formula derived from the one shown.

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