Specific Heat Units

Find the right formula and tools for all specific-heat units. We use official rules to make sure every calculation is correct.

All Specific Heat Unit Pairs

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We calculate all specific heat units based on the standard J/kg·K. This helps us keep all our tools accurate and reliable.

Below is the list of rules we use to calculate each specific heat unit. You can use these to understand the math behind our tools.

Formula: 1 kJ/kg·K = 1000 J/kg·K
To do the math instantly, use our kj/kg·k to j/kg·k or j/kg·k to kj/kg·k tools.

Formula: 1 BTU/lb·°F = 4186.8 J/kg·K
To do the math instantly, use our btu/lb·°f to j/kg·k or j/kg·k to btu/lb·°f tools.

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