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Joule/min to Watt Converter

Enter the value that you want to convert joule/min (J/min) to watt (W) or watt to joule/min.Also written as J/MIN to W conversion.

1 joule/min = 0.0166667 watt

Formula: watt = joule/min value × 0.0166667

J/MIN to W — joule/min to watt

J/min
0.16667W

10 joule/min = 0.16667 watt

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Converting Joule/min to Watt

About the Joule/min

Joule/min (J/min) is a unit of power measurement. 1 joule/min is equal to 0.0166667 watt.

About the Watt

Watt (W) is a unit of power measurement. 1 watt is equal to 59.9999988 joule/min.

Power Measurement Across Applications

Power units span from milliwatts in electronics to megawatts in power plants. Engine output is still quoted in horsepower (mechanical, metric, and electrical — all slightly different). HVAC systems rate cooling in tons of refrigeration or BTU/hour. Solar panels specify watts peak. Electric motors list watts or kilowatts. Each industry carries its historical unit preferences, making conversion between them a daily necessity.

joule/min to watt metric conversion table

0.01 J/min=0.00017 W
0.1 J/min=0.00167 W
1 J/min=0.01667 W
2 J/min=0.03333 W
3 J/min=0.05000 W
4 J/min=0.06667 W
5 J/min=0.08333 W
6 J/min=0.10000 W
7 J/min=0.11667 W
8 J/min=0.13333 W
9 J/min=0.15000 W
10 J/min=0.16667 W
11 J/min=0.18333 W
12 J/min=0.20000 W
13 J/min=0.21667 W
14 J/min=0.23333 W
15 J/min=0.25000 W
16 J/min=0.26667 W
17 J/min=0.28333 W
18 J/min=0.30000 W
19 J/min=0.31667 W
20 J/min=0.33333 W
30 J/min=0.50000 W
40 J/min=0.66667 W
50 J/min=0.83333 W
60 J/min=1.00000 W
70 J/min=1.16667 W
80 J/min=1.33333 W
90 J/min=1.50000 W
100 J/min=1.66667 W
200 J/min=3.33333 W
300 J/min=5.00000 W
400 J/min=6.66667 W
500 J/min=8.33333 W
600 J/min=10.00000 W
700 J/min=11.66667 W
800 J/min=13.33333 W
900 J/min=15.00000 W
1000 J/min=16.66667 W

How to Convert J/MIN to W (Joule/min to Watt)?

We can convert joule/min to watt by using an example.

Example:

Convert 20 Joule/min to Watt?

We know 1 Joule/min = 0.0166667 watt; 1 Watt = 59.9999988 joule/min.

20 joule/min = ___W

20 × 0.0166667 = 0.33333 W (we know 1 joule/min = 0.0166667 watt)

Answer:

20 joule/min = 0.33333 watt

Joules per Minute to Watts: Low-Power and Biological Measurements

Joules per minute (J/min) is sometimes used in calorimetry, biological metabolism studies, and low-power applications where the per-second rate would yield inconveniently small numbers. Since 1 watt = 1 J/s, and there are 60 seconds in a minute, 1 J/min = 1/60 W = 0.01667 W. To convert J/min to watts, divide by 60.

  1. Start with the energy rate in joules per minute (J/min).
  2. Divide by 60 to convert to joules per second (J/s = watts).
  3. The result is power in watts.
  4. Example: 300 J/min ÷ 60 = 5 W.
💡 Tip: For a quick estimate, divide J/min by 60. If the number is a multiple of 60 (like 120, 180, 240), the mental math is trivial: 120 J/min = 2 W, 180 J/min = 3 W.

J/min to Watts: Metabolic and Low-Power Reference

Biological and small-scale power measurements converted to watts:

Joule/minWatt
60 J/min1 W
120 J/min2 W
300 J/min5 W
600 J/min10 W
3,000 J/min50 W
4,800 J/min80 W
6,000 J/min100 W
30,000 J/min500 W

Worked Examples: Joules per Minute to Watts

Question 1: A calorimeter measures heat release at 450 J/min. What is the power in watts?

Solution:

W = J/min ÷ 60

= 450 ÷ 60

= 7.5 W

Answer: 450 J/min = 7.5 W heat release rate.

Question 2: A person at rest burns energy at approximately 5,000 J/min. Express as watts.

Solution:

W = J/min ÷ 60

= 5,000 ÷ 60

= 83.3 W

Answer: 5,000 J/min ≈ 83.3 W — the human body at rest radiates about as much heat as an incandescent light bulb.

Question 3: A small solar cell generates 180 J/min. Convert to watts.

Solution:

W = J/min ÷ 60

= 180 ÷ 60

= 3 W

Answer: 180 J/min = 3 W — enough to slowly charge a phone.

Practice: J/min to Watts

Try solving these on your own to test your understanding:

  1. Convert 900 J/min to watts. (Answer: 15 W)
  2. A candle flame produces 4,800 J/min of heat. Express in watts. (Answer: 80 W)
  3. Convert 1,200 J/min to watts. (Answer: 20 W)
  4. A thermoelectric generator produces 360 J/min. What is that in watts? (Answer: 6 W)
  5. An exercise bike measures output at 12,000 J/min. Convert to watts. (Answer: 200 W)

Calorimetry and Metabolic Rate Measurements

In indirect calorimetry (measuring oxygen consumption and CO₂ production to determine metabolic rate), results are sometimes reported in J/min before converting to watts. A person at rest uses about 4,800-6,000 J/min (80-100 W). During intense exercise, this can reach 60,000+ J/min (1,000+ W). These measurements help determine caloric needs for athletes and patients.

When J/min Appears in Specifications

You may encounter J/min in older scientific literature, some European building physics standards, and specialized measurement equipment (bomb calorimeters, thermal conductivity testers). Modern practice overwhelmingly uses watts (or milliwatts for very small powers), but knowing the conversion ensures you can interpret historical data and specialized instruments correctly.

Key Takeaways

  • 1 J/min = 0.01667 W (or 1/60 watt).
  • Divide J/min by 60 to get watts.
  • Used in calorimetry and metabolic rate measurements.
  • Resting human metabolism ≈ 5,000 J/min ≈ 83 W.
  • Modern usage prefers watts; J/min appears in older literature.

Joule/min to Watt Conversion Formula

watt = joule/min × 0.0166667

1 joule/min = 0.0166667 watt

1 watt = 59.9999988 joule/min

Reverse: joule/min = watt × 59.9999988

Frequently Asked Questions

How many watt are in 1 joule/min?

There are 0.0166667 watt in 1 joule/min. To convert joule/min to watt, multiply the value by 0.0166667.

How do I convert joule/min to watt?

Multiply your joule/min value by 0.0166667 to get the equivalent in watt. For example, 5 joule/min = 5 × 0.0166667 = 0.08333 watt.

How do I convert watt to joule/min?

Multiply your watt value by 59.9999988 to get the equivalent in joule/min. Alternatively, divide by 0.0166667.

What is 10 joule/min in watt?

10 joule/min is equal to 0.16667 watt.

What is 100 joule/min in watt?

100 joule/min is equal to 1.66667 watt.