What is the relationship between kilocalorie (IT) and calorie (IT)?

One kilocalorie (IT) equals 1000 calories (IT).

Why use kilocalorie (IT) and calorie (IT) instead of joules?

These units are used to interpret older steam tables and classical thermodynamic data that predate the SI joule.

Can this tool convert other calorie definitions?

No. This converter specifically uses the international-table calorie definition.

Convert Kilocalorie (IT) to Calorie (IT) | Online Energy Unit Converter

Easily convert energy units from kilocalorie (IT) to calorie (IT) with this online converter. Perfect for interpreting historical thermodynamic data and steam tables using international-table calorie definitions.

Kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)]

Calorie (IT) [cal (IT), cal]

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Kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)] to Calorie (IT) [cal (IT), cal] Conversion Table

Kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)]	Calorie (IT) [cal (IT), cal]

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Kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)] to Calorie (IT) [cal (IT), cal] Conversion Table
Kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)]	Calorie (IT) [cal (IT), cal]

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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts energy measurements from kilocalorie (IT) to calorie (IT), both based on the international steam table calorie definitions. It supports analyzing older thermodynamic datasets and engineering calculations involving classical energy units.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value you want to convert from kilocalorie (IT)
Select 'kilocalorie (IT)' as the source unit
Select 'calorie (IT)' as the target unit
Click the convert button to see the result in calories (IT)

Key Features

Converts between kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)] and calorie (IT) [cal (IT), cal]
Uses internationally recognized definitions for precise legacy data interpretation
Browser-based and easy to use without installation
Supports engineering and thermodynamic applications such as steam tables and calorimetry

Examples

2 kcal (IT) equals 2000 cal (IT)
0.5 kcal (IT) equals 500 cal (IT)

Common Use Cases

Analyzing older steam tables and thermodynamic property data
Performing heat-balance and calorimetry calculations in engineering
Converting historical energy values for comparison with modern SI units
Digitizing legacy engineering documents using classical energy units

Tips & Best Practices

Verify that the data uses the international-table calorie definition for accurate conversion
Use this tool when working with historical engineering or thermodynamics materials
Be aware that modern scientific calculations typically use the joule (SI) unit

Limitations

Calorie (IT) is mostly replaced by joule (SI) in current science and engineering
Historical variations in calorie definitions require confirming unit type before converting
This tool focuses on international-table calories and is not suited for other calorie definitions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the relationship between kilocalorie (IT) and calorie (IT)?: One kilocalorie (IT) equals 1000 calories (IT).
Why use kilocalorie (IT) and calorie (IT) instead of joules?: These units are used to interpret older steam tables and classical thermodynamic data that predate the SI joule.
Can this tool convert other calorie definitions?: No. This converter specifically uses the international-table calorie definition.

Key Terminology

Kilocalorie (IT) [kcal (IT)]: A unit of energy equal to 1,000 international-table calories, where one calorie (IT) equals 4.1868 joules.
Calorie (IT) [cal (IT), cal]: International Steam Table calorie, a historical energy unit defined by the heat required to raise 1 gram of water by 1 °C, used mainly in classical thermodynamics.

Quick Knowledge Check

How many calories (IT) are in one kilocalorie (IT)?

100 calories (IT)

1000 calories (IT)

10 calories (IT)

What is the main use of the calorie (IT) unit?

Modern scientific measurements

Classical thermodynamics and steam tables

Nutritional labeling

Why should you confirm the calorie definition before converting?

Because calories vary historically

Because calories have the same value everywhere

Because conversion formulas are unrelated

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