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Joules to Electronvolts (J to eV)

Convert joules to electronvolts: 1 J = 6.24151e+18 eV. Exact conversion factor, formula, 22-row table and worked examples, with JSON API and MCP access.

Formula

1 J = 6.24151e+18 eV

electronvolts = joules × 6241509074000000000 — reverse: joules = electronvolts × 1.602176634e-19

The factor is derived from the SI definitions of both units (base unit: J) as listed in NIST SP 811; results on this page are shown to 6 significant figures, the API returns up to 12.

Worked examples

Joules to electronvolts conversion table

Joules (J)Electronvolts (eV)
16.24151e+18
21.2483e+19
31.87245e+19
42.4966e+19
53.12075e+19
63.74491e+19
74.36906e+19
84.99321e+19
95.61736e+19
106.24151e+19
159.36226e+19
201.2483e+20
251.56038e+20
301.87245e+20
402.4966e+20
503.12075e+20
754.68113e+20
1006.24151e+20
2001.2483e+21
2501.56038e+21
5003.12075e+21
10006.24151e+21

FAQ

How many electronvolts are in one joule?

1 J = 6.24151e+18 eV. The factor comes from the SI definitions of both units (NIST SP 811 / BIPM), so it is exact or correct to at least 10 significant figures.

What is the formula to convert joules to electronvolts?

Multiply the value in joules by 6241509074000000000: electronvolts = joules × 6241509074000000000. For example, 5 J = 3.12075e+19 eV.

How do I convert electronvolts back to joules?

Multiply by the inverse factor 1.602176634e-19 (joules = electronvolts × 1.602176634e-19), or use the electronvolts-to-joules page.

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