Kilojoule to Joule Converter

Convert kilojoules to joules instantly with our accurate and easy-to-use conversion tool.

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Conversion Formula

Joule = Kilojoule × 1000

Where:

  • kJ = Kilojoule
  • J = Joule

About Kilojoule

The kilojoule (kJ) is a unit of energyin the metric system of measurement.

About Joule

The joule (J) is a unit of energyin the metric system of measurement.

How to Convert Kilojoule to Joule

To convert from kilojoules to joules, use our converter above. Simply enter the value in kilojoulesand get instant results in joules.

Quick Reference:

  • 1 kJ = 1000.000000 J
  • 1 J = 0.001000 kJ

Common Kilojoule to Joule Conversions

1 kJ
= 1000.00 J
5 kJ
= 5000.00 J
10 kJ
= 10000.00 J
25 kJ
= 25000.00 J
50 kJ
= 50000.00 J
100 kJ
= 100000.00 J

Conversion Reference Table

Kilojoule (kJ)Joule (J)
11,000
22,000
33,000
44,000
55,000
1010,000
1515,000
2020,000
2525,000
5050,000
7575,000
100100,000
250250,000
500500,000
1,0001,000,000

Quick reference table showing common kilojoules to joules conversions.

Real-World Energy Conversions

Electricity Bills

Understanding your power consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh). A 100W bulb running for 10 hours uses 1 kWh. Convert kWh to joules or BTU for energy calculations.

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Food and Nutrition

Converting between Calories (kcal) and joules for nutritional information. Food energy content is measured in Calories, with 1 Calorie equaling approximately 4.2 kilojoules.

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Heating and Cooling

HVAC systems use BTU (British Thermal Units) to measure heating/cooling capacity. Converting BTU to watts or joules helps compare different systems.

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Physics and Science

Scientific calculations use joules as the SI unit of energy. Converting between joules, kilojoules, and megajoules for physics problems and research.

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Battery Capacity

Batteries are rated in watt-hours (Wh) or milliamp-hours (mAh). Converting between units helps compare battery performance and runtime.

Fuel Energy Content

Fuels are compared using energy content per unit mass or volume. Converting between joules per gram, BTU per pound, or kWh per liter.

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