What Is This Tool?
This unit converter tool transforms power measurements from calorie (IT) per minute, a unit used for small-scale heat transfer rates, into kilojoule per second, a unit widely used in industrial and electrical power contexts.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the value in calorie (IT) per minute you wish to convert.
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Select the source unit: calorie (IT)/minute [cal/min].
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Choose the target unit: kilojoule/second [kJ/s].
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Click the convert button to see the result in kilojoule per second.
Key Features
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Converts power from calorie (IT)/minute to kilojoule/second accurately.
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Supports unit translation for scientific, engineering, and physiological applications.
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Includes practical examples illustrating common conversion values.
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Browser-based and easy to use for quick power unit conversions.
Examples
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Convert 10 cal/min: multiply 10 by 0.00006978 to get 0.0006978 kJ/s.
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Convert 100 cal/min: multiply 100 by 0.00006978 to get 0.006978 kJ/s.
Common Use Cases
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Laboratory calorimetry for measuring heat release or absorption rates.
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Specifying heating power of laboratory devices and small thermal equipment.
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Assessing metabolic rates in physiology and exercise science.
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Rating electrical or mechanical power in appliances and motors.
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Calculating thermal energy transfer in HVAC and boiler systems.
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Evaluating turbine or engine power in industrial and power generation settings.
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure consistent use of units when interpreting power measurements.
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Use calorie (IT)/minute for small-scale thermal processes to maintain precision.
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Apply kilojoule/second for larger industrial or electrical power ratings.
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Double-check conversions before applying results in critical engineering calculations.
Limitations
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Calorie (IT)/minute is best suited for small power levels; it may lack accuracy for large-scale measurements.
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Kilojoule/second is preferred for industrial and electrical applications due to its larger scale.
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Users should carefully maintain unit consistency when converting between thermal and mechanical power values.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does one calorie (IT) per minute measure?
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It measures the rate of energy transfer equal to one international-table calorie of energy transferred each minute, often used for small heat transfer rates.
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Why convert calorie (IT)/minute to kilojoule/second?
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Converting allows comparison and integration of small-scale heat transfer rates into larger, common power units useful in industrial and electrical engineering.
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Is kilojoule/second the same as a kilowatt?
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Yes, kilojoule per second is equivalent in magnitude to a kilowatt, with 1 kJ/s equal to 1 kW.
Key Terminology
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Calorie (IT)/minute [cal/min]
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A power unit representing the transfer of one international-table calorie of energy over one minute, often used in small-scale heat transfer measurements.
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Kilojoule/second [kJ/s]
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A unit of power equal to 1,000 joules per second, equivalent to one kilowatt, used commonly in industrial, mechanical, and electrical power contexts.