1 Btu to Joules

1 Btu ≈ 1055.1 J

Calculation: J = 1 Btu × 1055.06 ≈ 1055.1 J

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How to Convert Btu to Joule

1 Btu = 1055.06 Joules

Joule = Btu × 1055.06

Example: 1 Btu × 1055.06 = 1055.1 J

Reverse Conversion

To convert Joules back to Btu:

  • Remember, 1 joule equals 0.000947817 Btu.
  • To convert 1055.1 J to Btu, multiply 1055.1 x 0.000947817, resulting in 1 Btu.

1 Btu is also equal to:

  • 1.0551 kilojoule
  • 0.00029307 kilowatt hour
  • 0.25216 calorie (nutritional)
  • 0.29307 watt hour
About these units

Btu: British thermal unit (IT) — legacy heat unit based on heating water.

Joule: SI unit of energy: 1 J = 1 N·m = 1 kg·m²·s⁻².

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 Btu in Joules?

1 Btu equals 1055.1 Joules. This is calculated by multiplying 1 by the conversion factor 1055.06.

What does 1 Btu look like in Joules?

1 Btu (1055.1 Joules) is a small amount of heat — warming a spoonful of water.

How do you calculate 1 Btu to Joules?

Multiply 1 by the conversion factor 1055.06. The calculation is 1 × 1055.06 = 1055.1 Joules. This factor is defined by international measurement standards.

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1 Btu = 1055.06 Joules
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For general conversions between Btu and Joules, see the Btu to Joules converter.

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Conversion factors verified against NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000-4 1 cal_IT = 4.1868 J by definition (BIPM/ITS-90). Last reviewed: April 2026
Adilson Fernandes By Adilson Fernandes
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