Calorie to Watt-Second Converter
4.184 Watt-seconds
Understanding Energy Conversion
Conversion Formula
To convert calories to watt-seconds, multiply the calorie value by 4.184:
Watt-seconds = Calories × 4.184
What is a Calorie?
A calorie (cal) is a unit of energy equal to the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius. In nutrition, we typically use kilocalories (kcal), which are equal to 1,000 calories.
What is a Watt-Second?
A watt-second (Ws) is a unit of energy equivalent to one watt of power sustained for one second. It's equal to one joule and is commonly used in electrical and mechanical engineering calculations.