What does calorie (IT)/second measure?

It measures power as the rate of energy transfer of one International Table calorie per second, often used to express heat-transfer rates.

Why convert calorie (IT)/second to kilocalorie (IT)/hour?

To express thermal power values in units that are more common for heating, cooling, and metabolic rates over an hour, aiding clearer interpretation.

Are these units still widely used?

They are largely replaced by watt units in modern engineering, but remain relevant in specific contexts like calorimetry, HVAC, and cooking appliance ratings.

How to Convert from Calorie (IT)/second [cal/s] to Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h]?

Learn the step-by-step method to convert power units from calorie (IT) per second to kilocalorie (IT) per hour, commonly used in thermal power measurements.

Calorie (IT)/second [cal/s]

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Calorie (IT)/second [cal/s] to Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h] Conversion Table

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Calorie (IT)/second [cal/s] to Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter transforms values of power expressed in calorie (International Table) per second into kilocalorie (International Table) per hour. It supports applications in thermal power and heat-transfer rate conversions using units rooted in the historical calorie definition.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the numeric power value in calorie (IT) per second you wish to convert.
Select calorie (IT)/second as the input unit and kilocalorie (IT)/hour as the output unit.
Execute the conversion to receive the equivalent value in kilocalorie (IT)/hour.
Use the results to compare or express thermal power values more conveniently over one-hour intervals.

Key Features

Converts calorie (IT) per second to kilocalorie (IT) per hour using a clear conversion factor.
Ideal for thermal power conversions involving heat transfer and energy expenditure rates.
Useful for users working in laboratory calorimetry, HVAC systems, and cooking appliance ratings.
Browser-based, easy to use without installation or registration.

Examples

Convert 2 cal/s: 2 × 3.6 = 7.2 kcal/h
Convert 0.5 cal/s: 0.5 × 3.6 = 1.8 kcal/h

Common Use Cases

Expressing heat-transfer rates in laboratory calorimetry using the International Table calorie.
Specifying heating or cooling capacity of small heaters, boilers, and radiators in HVAC contexts.
Rating cooking appliances and gas burners where power is given in kcal/h.
Describing metabolic heat production or energy expenditure in kilocalories per hour.

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure consistent use of the International Table calorie definition when converting values to avoid inaccuracies.
Understand that cal/s measures energy per second, while kcal/h measures energy per hour; keep this time difference in mind.
Use this converter primarily for applications where traditional calorie-based units are still relevant.
Cross-check results when converting historical thermal power data for engineering assessments.

Limitations

Based on the historical International Table calorie, which differs from other calorie definitions.
Conversion assumes steady power output over the respective time intervals of a second and an hour.
These units are largely replaced by SI unit watts in most modern engineering fields, limiting widespread usage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does calorie (IT)/second measure?: It measures power as the rate of energy transfer of one International Table calorie per second, often used to express heat-transfer rates.
Why convert calorie (IT)/second to kilocalorie (IT)/hour?: To express thermal power values in units that are more common for heating, cooling, and metabolic rates over an hour, aiding clearer interpretation.
Are these units still widely used?: They are largely replaced by watt units in modern engineering, but remain relevant in specific contexts like calorimetry, HVAC, and cooking appliance ratings.

Key Terminology

Calorie (IT)/second [cal/s]: A unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer of one International Table calorie per second, used to express thermal power or heat-transfer rates.
Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h]: A power unit equal to one International Table kilocalorie delivered each hour, commonly employed in heating, cooling, and metabolic energy calculations.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the conversion factor from calorie (IT)/second to kilocalorie (IT)/hour?

1.163

3.6

4.1868

Which unit measures power as energy transfer per hour?

Calorie (IT)/second

Kilocalorie (IT)/hour

Watt

In which field is calorie (IT)/second commonly used?

Laboratory calorimetry

Gas burner rating

Human metabolic heat production

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