▸ processconvert
Specific Properties

kcal/kgtokWh/kg

Convert kilocalories per kilogram (kcal/kg) to kilowatt-hours per kilogram (kWh/kg).

Factor1 kcal/kg = 0.001162222 kWh/kg

Converter

kcal/kg

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1.16222kWh/kg

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kWh/kg = kcal/kg × 0.001162222

Multiply any value in kilocalories per kilogram by 0.001162222 to obtain the value in kilowatt-hours per kilogram.

Worked example

Convert 1000 kcal/kg to kWh/kg.

  1. 01Start with 1000 kcal/kg.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1000 × 0.001162222 = 1.16222 kWh/kg.
Result1000 kcal/kg = 1.16222 kWh/kg

Conversion table

kcal/kgkWh/kg
10.0011622
20.0023244
50.0058111
100.011622
200.023244
500.058111
1000.11622
2000.23244
5000.58111
10001.1622

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from kcal/kg to kWh/kg?
1 kcal/kg equals 0.001162222 kWh/kg. To convert, multiply the value in kilocalories per kilogram by 0.001162222.
How do I convert 1 kcal/kg to kWh/kg?
1 kcal/kg = 0.00116222 kWh/kg. For any value, multiply by 0.001162222.
How do I convert kWh/kg back to kcal/kg?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 860.4207. So 1 kWh/kg = 860.421 kcal/kg.
When would I need to convert kilocalorie per kilogram to kilowatt-hour per kilogram?
Specific-energy conversions between kcal/kg and kWh/kg are needed in fuel-property datasheets (HHV/LHV), thermodynamic state calculations, battery energy-density comparisons, and combustion analysis. kJ/kg is the SI standard; BTU/lb is common in US fuel specifications.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

Related conversions