What does calorie (th)/second/square centimeter measure?

It measures heat flux density as one thermochemical calorie of energy transferred per second across one square centimeter.

Where is CHU/hour/square foot commonly used?

CHU/hour/square foot is used in HVAC calculations, insulation performance, and sizing heating or cooling equipment per square foot.

Why convert from calorie (th)/s/cm² to CHU/hour/sq ft?

Users convert to relate legacy or laboratory heat flux data to units suited for building applications and equipment design.

How to Convert from Calorie (th)/second/square centimeter to CHU/hour/square foot?

Learn how to convert heat flux density values from calorie (th)/second/square centimeter to CHU/hour/square foot using this straightforward unit converter. Ideal for applications in laboratory calorimetry, fire testing, HVAC engineering, and building performance analysis.

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Calorie (th)/second/square centimeter to CHU/hour/square foot Conversion Table

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Calorie (th)/second/square centimeter to CHU/hour/square foot Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows users to transform heat flux density measurements from calorie (th)/second/square centimeter to CHU/hour/square foot. It supports interpreting legacy lab data and enables converting to units commonly used in building and HVAC contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the heat flux density value in calorie (th)/second/square centimeter
Select the original unit (calorie (th)/s/cm²)
Choose the target unit as CHU/hour/square foot
Click convert to obtain the equivalent heat flux density in CHU/hour/sq ft

Key Features

Converts heat flux density between calorie (th)/s/cm² and CHU/hour/sq ft
Provides a direct conversion factor based on energy transfer per area
Supports translation of laboratory and building-related heat transfer data
Easy and intuitive online interface for quick unit conversion

Examples

2 calorie (th)/second/square centimeter equals 14,736.9 CHU/hour/square foot
0.5 calorie (th)/second/square centimeter converts to 3,684.2 CHU/hour/square foot

Common Use Cases

Laboratory calorimetry and small-scale surface heat flux measurements with legacy units
Fire and radiative heat flux characterization for specimen surface testing
Building HVAC load calculations and specifying heat gains or losses per square foot
Sizing surface heating or cooling equipment like radiant panels and chilled ceilings

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure your measurements are steady-state or average flux values for accuracy
Apply unit conversions carefully when dealing with different measurement scales
Use this tool to translate legacy lab data into building and HVAC relevant units
Consider the context of material and energy equivalences for appropriate application

Limitations

Conversion assumes intrinsic energy equivalences of each unit system
Measurement scale differences can affect accuracy for some use cases
Transient or dynamic heat transfer scenarios require more detailed analysis
Not suitable for conditions outside standardized laboratory or building environments

Frequently Asked Questions

What does calorie (th)/second/square centimeter measure?: It measures heat flux density as one thermochemical calorie of energy transferred per second across one square centimeter.
Where is CHU/hour/square foot commonly used?: CHU/hour/square foot is used in HVAC calculations, insulation performance, and sizing heating or cooling equipment per square foot.
Why convert from calorie (th)/s/cm² to CHU/hour/sq ft?: Users convert to relate legacy or laboratory heat flux data to units suited for building applications and equipment design.

Key Terminology

Calorie (th)/second/square centimeter: A unit of heat flux density representing energy transfer of one thermochemical calorie per second across one square centimeter.
CHU/hour/square foot: A heat flux density unit indicating thermal energy delivered or removed per hour across one square foot.
Heat Flux Density: A measurement of the rate of heat energy transferred through a surface per unit area.

Quick Knowledge Check

What unit does calorie (th)/second/square centimeter quantify?

Energy per unit time

Heat flux density per unit area

Temperature difference

In which field is CHU/hour/square foot primarily applied?

Fire testing laboratories

HVAC and building performance

Small-scale laboratory calorimetry

What should be considered when converting these heat flux units?

Transient heat transfer effects

Material color properties

Ambient temperature

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