What does calorie (IT)/hour measure?

It measures power as a rate of energy transfer equal to one International Table calorie per hour, used for small steady heat flows.

Why convert from calorie (IT)/hour to calorie (th)/minute?

To translate heat-flow rates between two calorie definitions and time bases, useful for consistent data comparison in calorimetry and metabolic studies.

Is this conversion suitable for large heat transfer values?

No, it is mainly designed for small-scale power values relevant in laboratory or experimental setups.

How to Convert from Calorie (IT)/hour [cal/h] to Calorie (th)/minute?

Learn how to convert between calorie (IT)/hour and calorie (th)/minute units using a straightforward formula and understand their applications in calorimetry and metabolic studies.

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What Is This Tool?

This converter lets you translate power values from the unit calorie (IT)/hour, representing heat transfer rates based on the International Table calorie, into calorie (th)/minute, which is based on the thermochemical calorie. It supports accurate data comparison in various scientific and technical contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the numerical value in calorie (IT)/hour you want to convert.
Select the starting unit as calorie (IT)/hour and the target unit as calorie (th)/minute.
Click convert to obtain the equivalent power value in calorie (th)/minute.
Use the result to support your calorimetry or metabolic rate analysis.

Key Features

Converts power values from calorie (IT)/hour to calorie (th)/minute.
Based on exact conversion factors between International Table and thermochemical calories.
Supports precise energy transfer comparisons in thermal and calorimetric applications.
Useful for interpreting historical technical data and laboratory measurements.

Examples

10 cal (IT)/hour equals 0.166778203 cal (th)/minute.
50 cal (IT)/hour equals 0.833891015 cal (th)/minute.

Common Use Cases

Reporting small heat-transfer rates in laboratory calorimetry or thermal tests.
Converting historical data or literature using calorie-based units instead of SI.
Estimating minor heat losses or gains in experimentally insulated components.
Expressing metabolic rates for humans or animals in physiological studies.
Characterizing low-rate heating in food science and cooking energy trials.

Tips & Best Practices

Carefully consider the difference in calorie definitions when interpreting data.
Remember the time unit difference: conversion is from per hour to per minute.
Apply this conversion primarily for small-scale heat flow or power values.
Use the tool to maintain consistent unit usage in scientific reporting.
Validate results against experimental conditions for accuracy.

Limitations

Differences between International Table and thermochemical calorie definitions must be acknowledged.
Conversion involves different time bases (hour vs. minute), which can cause confusion.
Primarily intended for very small power or heat transfer values.
May not be appropriate for large-scale industrial energy transfer applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does calorie (IT)/hour measure?: It measures power as a rate of energy transfer equal to one International Table calorie per hour, used for small steady heat flows.
Why convert from calorie (IT)/hour to calorie (th)/minute?: To translate heat-flow rates between two calorie definitions and time bases, useful for consistent data comparison in calorimetry and metabolic studies.
Is this conversion suitable for large heat transfer values?: No, it is mainly designed for small-scale power values relevant in laboratory or experimental setups.

Key Terminology

Calorie (IT)/hour: A power unit measuring energy transfer rate using the International Table calorie per hour, equal to approximately 1.163×10⁻³ watts.
Calorie (th)/minute: A unit of power defined as one thermochemical calorie per minute, approximately 0.0697333 watts.
International Table calorie (cal_IT): A calorie definition equal to 4.1868 joules used in the calorie (IT)/hour unit.
Thermochemical calorie (cal_th): A calorie unit exactly equal to 4.184 joules used in the calorie (th)/minute unit.

Quick Knowledge Check

What unit does calorie (IT)/hour measure?

Amount of heat per second

Rate of energy transfer per hour using International Table calorie

Mass of a substance heated per hour

What is the main difference between calorie (IT)/hour and calorie (th)/minute?

They measure temperature instead of energy

Different calorie definitions and time units (hour vs. minute)

One is a volume unit and the other is weight

In which field is converting calorie (IT)/hour to calorie (th)/minute commonly used?

Industrial-scale power plant measurements

Laboratory calorimetry and metabolic rate research

Automotive fuel efficiency tests

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