Convert Joule per kilogram kelvin to Kilojoule per kilogram kelvin

Convert Joule per kilogram kelvin (J/(kg·K)) to Kilojoule per kilogram kelvin (kJ/(kg·K)) instantly and accurately.

Joule per kilogram kelvin (J/(kg·K))
Kilojoule per kilogram kelvin (kJ/(kg·K))

Conversion Formula

kJ/(kg·K) = J/(kg·K) × 0.001

About Joule per kilogram kelvin

The joule per kilogram kelvin (J/(kg·K)) is the SI coherent unit for specific heat capacity, defined by the relation Q = mcΔT. Water ≈4182, iron ≈449, aluminium ≈897, copper ≈385, glass ≈840 J/(kg·K). Referenced in ISO 31-4 and all major international standards. 1 J/(kg·K) = 1 J/(kg·°C) = 10⁻³ kJ/(kg·K).

About Kilojoule per kilogram kelvin

The kilojoule per kilogram kelvin (kJ/(kg·K)) equals exactly 1000 J/(kg·K). The most common unit in engineering thermodynamics textbooks and technical data sheets: water ≈4.182, steam ≈2.08, dry air ≈1.005 kJ/(kg·K). Found throughout ASHRAE, ISO, and EN standards for heat exchanger and HVAC design. 1 kJ/(kg·K) = 1000 J/(kg·K) = 1 kJ/(kg·°C).

Quick Reference Table

Joule per kilogram kelvin (J/(kg·K))Kilojoule per kilogram kelvin (kJ/(kg·K))
1 J/(kg·K)0.001 kJ/(kg·K)
2 J/(kg·K)0.002 kJ/(kg·K)
5 J/(kg·K)0.005 kJ/(kg·K)
10 J/(kg·K)0.01 kJ/(kg·K)
25 J/(kg·K)0.025 kJ/(kg·K)
50 J/(kg·K)0.05 kJ/(kg·K)
100 J/(kg·K)0.1 kJ/(kg·K)

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