Joule to BTU Converter

How to Convert Joules to BTUs

To convert from joules to btus, use the following factor:

1 Joule = 1,055.06 BTU

Example:

15 joules = 15 × 1,055.06 BTU = 15,825.9 BTU


Joule to BTU Conversion Table

Joule0.01
BTU10.5506
Joule0.1
BTU105.506
Joule1
BTU1,055.06
Joule2
BTU2,110.12
Joule5
BTU5,275.3
Joule10
BTU10,550.6
Joule20
BTU21,101.2
Joule50
BTU52,753
Joule100
BTU105,506
Joule1,000
BTU1,055,060

Joule Definition

SI derived unit of energy.

History/Origin

Named after James Prescott Joule.

Current Use

Standard unit of energy in scientific contexts.

BTU Definition

British Thermal Unit, a traditional unit of heat.

History/Origin

The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.

Current Use

Used in the power, steam, and heating/air conditioning industries.

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