What does CHU/hour/square foot measure?

It measures heat flux density by expressing the rate of thermal energy transferred per hour across one square foot of surface.

Why convert CHU/hour/square foot to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot?

Converting to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot helps express heat transfer rates in units commonly used in building energy codes and specifications.

Can this conversion be used for areas other than square foot?

No, this conversion specifically applies to heat flux density per square foot and may not be accurate for other area units.

How to Convert from CHU/hour/square foot to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot?

Convert heat flux density from CHU/hour/square foot to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot using an easy online tool designed for HVAC and building energy analysis.

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CHU/hour/square foot to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot Conversion Table

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CHU/hour/square foot to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot Conversion Table
CHU/hour/square foot	Btu (IT)/hour/square foot

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms heat flux density measurements from CHU/hour/square foot, a unit representing the rate of thermal energy transfer per square foot, into Btu (IT)/hour/square foot, a widely-used thermal transmittance measurement unit in building specifications.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in CHU/hour/square foot.
Select CHU/hour/square foot as the input unit and Btu (IT)/hour/square foot as the output unit.
Click the convert button to see the equivalent heat flux density in Btu (IT)/hour/square foot.

Key Features

Converts heat flux density units between CHU/hour/square foot and Btu (IT)/hour/square foot
Easy to use with clear input and output fields
Browser-based tool requiring no installation
Supports applications in HVAC, insulation, and building envelope analysis

Examples

5 CHU/hour/square foot converts to 9.000000091 Btu (IT)/hour/square foot
10 CHU/hour/square foot converts to 18.000000182 Btu (IT)/hour/square foot

Common Use Cases

Calculating HVAC loads based on heat transfer through building surfaces
Specifying insulation performance and building envelope heat gain or loss by area
Sizing radiant heating or cooling systems using heat flux per unit area
Expressing U-values for walls, roofs, and windows in building energy codes
Comparing insulation materials by relating to R-values through thermal transmittance

Tips & Best Practices

Always confirm the units used in your project specifications before converting
Use this converter for values related specifically to heat flux per square foot
Reference the thermal transmittance context to apply converted results in building codes
Be aware of regional unit preferences when sharing converted data with others

Limitations

Conversion precision depends on exact knowledge of the energy equivalence of one CHU
May not be suitable if the area unit differs from square foot
Regional unit conventions might require additional interpretation beyond this conversion

Frequently Asked Questions

What does CHU/hour/square foot measure?: It measures heat flux density by expressing the rate of thermal energy transferred per hour across one square foot of surface.
Why convert CHU/hour/square foot to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot?: Converting to Btu (IT)/hour/square foot helps express heat transfer rates in units commonly used in building energy codes and specifications.
Can this conversion be used for areas other than square foot?: No, this conversion specifically applies to heat flux density per square foot and may not be accurate for other area units.

Key Terminology

CHU/hour/square foot: A heat flux density unit indicating the rate of thermal energy transfer per hour across one square foot of surface.
Btu (IT)/hour/square foot: A heat flux density measurement representing one International Table British thermal unit transferred per hour per square foot.
Heat flux density: The rate of heat energy transferred per unit area of a surface.

Quick Knowledge Check

What type of measurement is converted by this tool?

Volume flow rate

Heat flux density

Electrical power

Which is the output unit in this conversion?

CHU/hour/square foot

Btu (IT)/hour/square foot

Watts per square metre

What is a common use of Btu (IT)/hour/square foot in building design?

Sizing water pipes

Expressing thermal transmittance (U-values)

Measuring electrical consumption

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