Watt-hour to Calorie Converter (Wh to cal)

How to Convert Watt-hour to Calorie

Formula: Calorie = Watt-hour × 860.4206501

Example: 1 Wh = 860.4206501 cal

You can also use the interactive converter above. Simply enter any Watt-hour value and the equivalent Calorie value will appear instantly. Click the ⇄ button to reverse the conversion.

Knowing where Watt-hour and Calorie come from makes the conversion easier to remember. Here is the context, plus a quick FAQ.

What is Watt-hour and Calorie?

A Watt-hour (Wh) is a small electrical energy unit equal to one-thousandth of a kilowatt-hour.

A Calorie (cal) is a small energy unit originally defined as the heat needed to raise one gram of water by one degree Celsius.

Real World Uses of Watt-hour to Calorie Conversion

• Watt-hour: Commonly used for rating phone, laptop and power bank battery capacity.
• Calorie: Commonly used for measuring small amounts of heat energy in chemistry and physics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the formula to convert Watt-hour to Calorie?

The formula is: Calorie = Watt-hour x 860.4206501. Multiply any Watt-hour value by 860.4206501 to get the equivalent in Calorie.

What is 1 Watt-hour in Calorie?

1 Wh = 860.4206501 cal.

How many Watt-hour are in 1 Calorie?

1 cal = 0.00116222222221628 Wh.

Is Watt-hour bigger or smaller than Calorie?

Watt-hour is bigger than Calorie. 1 Watt-hour = 860.4206501 cal.