What does calorie (th)/hour measure?

It measures the rate of heat transfer, indicating thermal power as one thermochemical calorie delivered per hour.

What is foot pound-force/second used for?

It expresses mechanical power using imperial units, representing one pound-force applied over one foot per second.

Why convert between calorie (th)/hour and foot pound-force/second?

To compare or integrate thermal power measurements with mechanical power data, especially in scientific and engineering applications using different unit systems.

How to Convert from Calorie (th)/hour [cal (th)/h] to Foot pound-force/second

Learn how to convert thermal power measured in calorie (th)/hour to mechanical power in foot pound-force/second. This guide covers definitions, common use cases, and practical examples.

Calorie (th)/hour [cal (th)/h]

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Calorie (th)/hour [cal (th)/h] to Foot pound-force/second Conversion Table

Calorie (th)/hour [cal (th)/h]	Foot pound-force/second

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Calorie (th)/hour [cal (th)/h] to Foot pound-force/second Conversion Table
Calorie (th)/hour [cal (th)/h]	Foot pound-force/second

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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter translates power values from the thermal unit calorie (th)/hour to the mechanical unit foot pound-force/second, allowing users to relate heat transfer rates with mechanical power expressed in imperial units.

How to Use This Tool?

Input the power value in calorie (th)/hour.
Choose the target unit as foot pound-force/second.
Start the conversion to get the equivalent mechanical power.
Use the result to compare or integrate thermal and mechanical power data.

Key Features

Converts thermal power units to mechanical power units efficiently.
Supports small power scale measurements relevant in laboratory and engineering contexts.
Includes clear usage scenarios for calorimetry and mechanical power assessments.

Examples

Convert 10 cal (th)/h: 10 × 0.0008572111 ft·lbf/s = 0.008572111 ft·lbf/s.
Convert 100 cal (th)/h: 100 × 0.0008572111 ft·lbf/s = 0.08572111 ft·lbf/s.

Common Use Cases

Reporting small heat-transfer rates during chemical reactions or sample heat release.
Expressing metabolic heat production rates in physiological studies.
Calculating mechanical power outputs for hand tools or small engines using imperial units.

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure correct unit selection to maintain the physical meaning when converting between thermal and mechanical power.
Apply this conversion mainly for small-scale power values where these units are standard.
Consider using SI watt or horsepower units for larger power measurements.

Limitations

Thermal power units and mechanical power units represent different physical concepts; interpret conversions with care.
Rounding and unit definition differences can affect conversion precision.
Not suitable for large-scale power values where SI or horsepower units are more appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does calorie (th)/hour measure?: It measures the rate of heat transfer, indicating thermal power as one thermochemical calorie delivered per hour.
What is foot pound-force/second used for?: It expresses mechanical power using imperial units, representing one pound-force applied over one foot per second.
Why convert between calorie (th)/hour and foot pound-force/second?: To compare or integrate thermal power measurements with mechanical power data, especially in scientific and engineering applications using different unit systems.

Key Terminology

Calorie (th)/hour: A unit of power indicating the rate of heat transfer equal to one thermochemical calorie delivered per hour.
Foot pound-force/second: An imperial unit of mechanical power equal to one pound-force applied through a one-foot displacement per second.

Quick Knowledge Check

What kind of power does calorie (th)/hour represent?

Mechanical power measured by force and distance

Thermal power measuring heat transfer rate

Electrical power consumption

Which unit is used for mechanical power in imperial units?

calorie (th)/hour

foot pound-force/second

kilocalories per hour

What is a common use of converting cal (th)/h to ft·lbf/s?

Recording electric power usage in households

Analysing small device heating and mechanical power ratings

Measuring blood pressure

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