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

It measures heat flux density as the rate of heat transfer per unit area using thermochemical calories per second over a square centimeter.

Why convert calorie (th)/s/cm² to horsepower/square foot?

Converting helps translate small-scale or legacy heat flux data into units that describe power density more suited for industrial and mechanical applications.

Is horsepower/square foot an SI unit?

No, horsepower per square foot is a non-SI unit commonly employed in engineering but may require conversion to SI units for scientific consistency.

Convert from Calorie (th)/second/square centimeter to Horsepower/square foot

Easily convert heat flux density units from calorie (th)/second/square centimeter to horsepower/square foot using this reliable online converter tool.

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

This unit converter translates heat flux density values between calorie (th)/second/square centimeter and horsepower/square foot. It helps users convert thermal power per unit area from older or laboratory-scale metrics into units commonly used in industrial and mechanical power contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the heat flux density value in calorie (th)/second/square centimeter
Select the output unit as horsepower/square foot
Click the convert button to get the equivalent value
Review the conversion result displayed with formula reference
Use results for comparison or specification in engineering tasks

Key Features

Converts heat flux density from calorie (th)/s/cm² to hp/ft² accurately
Supports legacy and industrial heat flux unit conversions
Provides formulas and clear conversion examples
Useful in combustion, fire testing, and thermal system design contexts
Browser-based and easy to use without installation

Examples

2 calorie (th)/second/square centimeter = 10.42527521 horsepower/square foot
0.5 calorie (th)/second/square centimeter = 2.606318803 horsepower/square foot

Common Use Cases

Translating small-scale laboratory calorimetry data to industrial units
Rating burner or furnace heat input per grate area in combustion equipment
Specifying radiant heat flux in fire or material exposure testing
Describing heater or solar power density in thermal design
Comparing legacy heat flux values with mechanical power density

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the context of the heat flux data to ensure correct interpretation
Be aware of the non-SI nature of horsepower/square foot
Check which horsepower definition is being used for precise conversion
Use this conversion to facilitate communication between different engineering fields
Consider converting back to SI units if needed for scientific compatibility

Limitations

Unit scale and origin differences require careful contextual use
Horsepower/square foot is a non-SI unit and less common in scientific literature
Precision depends on the specific horsepower standard applied
Conversion accuracy should be confirmed when using in critical calculations

Frequently Asked Questions

What does calorie (th)/second/square centimeter measure?: It measures heat flux density as the rate of heat transfer per unit area using thermochemical calories per second over a square centimeter.
Why convert calorie (th)/s/cm² to horsepower/square foot?: Converting helps translate small-scale or legacy heat flux data into units that describe power density more suited for industrial and mechanical applications.
Is horsepower/square foot an SI unit?: No, horsepower per square foot is a non-SI unit commonly employed in engineering but may require conversion to SI units for scientific consistency.

Key Terminology

Calorie (th)/second/square centimeter: A heat flux density unit representing one thermochemical calorie transferred per second over one square centimeter.
Horsepower/square foot: A non-SI heat flux density unit expressing mechanical horsepower delivered per square foot of surface area.
Heat flux density: The rate of heat energy transfer per unit area, important in thermal system measurements.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does 1 calorie (th)/s/cm² equal in horsepower/square foot?

5.2126 hp/ft²

4.184 hp/ft²

8.03×10³ hp/ft²

Which field uses horsepower/square foot for heat flux measurement?

Industrial combustion engineering

Medical diagnostics

Astronomy

What is a key limitation of using horsepower/square foot?

It's a non-SI unit

It cannot represent heat flux

It is identical to calorie (th)/s/cm²

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