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Watt-hours to Joules

Convert watt-hours to joules (Wh to J). 1 Wh = 3,600 J. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.

A quick reference1 Wh = 3,600 J
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How to convert watt-hours to joules

Multiply the amount in watt-hours by 3,600 to get joules. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

J = Wh × 3,600

Worked example

1 Wh = 3,600 J. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.

Units and assumptions

A watt-hour is 3,600 joules. Calories use the thermochemical definition (4.184 J); BTU uses the International Table definition.

Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.

Watt-hours to Joules table

Common values, rounded for display
Watt-hours (Wh)Joules (J)
00
13,600
518,000
1036,000
2590,000
100360,000
1,0003,600,000

About this conversion

What is the formula for watt-hours to joules?

J = Wh × 3,600. Multiply the amount in watt-hours by 3,600 to get joules. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.

How do I convert back to watt-hours?

Use the joules to watt-hours calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.

Can I use a different pair of units?

Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the energy converter to browse all supported pairs.

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