What does kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter measure?

It measures the rate of heat transfer per unit area as the number of International Table kilocalories moved each hour through one square meter.

When should I use calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter?

This unit is often used in laboratory calorimetry, small-area heat-flux measurements, and older fire-testing standards.

How is the conversion between these units performed?

Multiply the value in kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter by 0.1000669216 to get the equivalent value in calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter.

How to Convert from Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter to Calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter?

Learn how to convert heat flux density values from kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter to calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter, with clear examples and key details for building physics and thermal testing applications.

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Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter to Calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This tool helps convert heat flux density measurements from kilocalorie (International Table) per hour per square meter to calorie (thermochemical) per hour per square centimeter. It is useful for translating heat transfer rates between different calorie standards and surface area scales.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the heat flux density value in kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter.
Select the target unit as calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter.
Perform the conversion to get the equivalent heat flux density value in the new unit.
Use the provided examples as a reference for validation.

Key Features

Converts heat flux density values between two commonly used units.
Supports transfer rate unit conversion involving different calorie definitions and area measures.
Includes example calculations illustrating practical uses in engineering and thermal analysis.
Provides context for use cases in building design, laboratory measurements, and fire testing.

Examples

5 Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter converts to approximately 0.5003 Calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter.
10 Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter converts to about 1.0007 Calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter.

Common Use Cases

Expressing heat loss or gain through building components in energy audits.
Specifying thermal performance of insulation and glazing in HVAC system design.
Measuring surface heat flux from solar gains or equipment for thermal comfort modeling.
Reporting solar irradiance on small surfaces in historical and engineering contexts.
Conducting laboratory calorimetry and thermal testing on small areas.
Specifying heat exposure in fire-testing following older standards.

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure consistent unit definitions when comparing or reporting heat flux measurements.
Consider differences between International Table and thermochemical calories carefully.
Use the exact conversion factor of 0.1000669216 to maintain accuracy.
Reference both large-area and small-area measurement contexts appropriately.

Limitations

Differences in calorie definitions and area units may cause confusion if not handled properly.
Conversion results rely on consistent unit usage without accounting for environmental changes.
The tool does not address dynamic or temporal variations in heat transfer rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter measure?: It measures the rate of heat transfer per unit area as the number of International Table kilocalories moved each hour through one square meter.
When should I use calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter?: This unit is often used in laboratory calorimetry, small-area heat-flux measurements, and older fire-testing standards.
How is the conversion between these units performed?: Multiply the value in kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter by 0.1000669216 to get the equivalent value in calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter.

Key Terminology

Heat Flux Density: The rate of heat transfer per unit area measured in specific units such as kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter.
Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter: A heat flux density unit measuring heat transfer per hour through one square meter based on International Table kilocalories.
Calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter: A heat flux density unit indicating heat flow per hour across one square centimeter, using thermochemical calories.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does the unit kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter represent?

Heat transfer rate measured per square centimeter per hour

Heat transfer rate measured per square meter per hour using International Table calories

Thermochemical calorie transferred through one square centimeter

Which use case applies to calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter?

Building insulation performance evaluation

Laboratory calorimetry and small-area heat-flux testing

Large-scale solar radiation studies on roofs

What is the conversion factor from kilocalorie (IT)/hour/square meter to calorie (th)/hour/square centimeter?

0.1000669216

1.16222

11.6222

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