What Is This Tool?
This converter helps you change specific heat capacity values from the non-SI unit calorie (IT) per gram per degree Fahrenheit to the SI-compatible joule per gram per degree Celsius. It supports thermal engineering, material science, and calorimetry work requiring unit consistency.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the specific heat capacity value in calorie (IT)/gram/°F.
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Select the desired output unit as joule/gram/°C [J/(g*°C)].
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Click convert to see the equivalent value in joules per gram per degree Celsius.
Key Features
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Converts specific heat capacity between calorie (IT)/gram/°F and joule/gram/°C units
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Provides instant calculations using the exact conversion rate of 4.1868
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Supports interpretation of legacy imperial unit data and modern SI unit analysis
Examples
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2 cal (IT)/g/°F converts to 8.3736 J/(g·°C) using the formula 2 × 4.1868.
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0.5 cal (IT)/g/°F converts to 2.0934 J/(g·°C) as 0.5 multiplied by 4.1868.
Common Use Cases
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Interpreting older engineering or steam-table data published with imperial specific heat units.
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Converting calorimetry results or material tables where mass is in grams and temperature in °F.
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Updating historical specific heat values into SI units for design or material analysis.
Tips & Best Practices
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Always double-check which temperature scale the original data uses to ensure accurate conversions.
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Use this tool when handling legacy data to maintain consistency in thermal calculations.
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Apply conversions carefully to prevent confusion due to differences between °F and °C scales.
Limitations
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The calorie (IT)/gram/°F unit is non-SI and uncommon in modern practice.
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Temperature scale differences between °F and °C require consideration in temperature change calculations.
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Conversions must be applied carefully to avoid errors when integrating legacy and SI data.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why convert from calorie (IT)/gram/°F to joule/gram/°C?
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Converting allows compatibility with SI units used in most modern scientific, engineering, and material property calculations.
Key Terminology
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Calorie (IT)/gram/°F
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Non-SI specific heat capacity unit defining energy needed to raise 1 g of a substance by 1°F using the International-Table calorie.
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Joule/gram/°C [J/(g*°C)]
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SI unit of specific heat capacity indicating joules of energy per gram per degree Celsius temperature change.