What does 1 calorie (th)/second represent in terms of power?

It represents the transfer of one thermochemical calorie of energy per second, equivalent to 4.184 watts.

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

This conversion helps translate legacy and laboratory power measurements into units commonly used for heating, cooling, and metabolism.

Are these calorie-based units commonly used in modern engineering?

No, these units are less common than watts and typically appear in specialized or older contexts.

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

Learn to convert power measurements from calorie (th)/second to kilocalorie (IT)/hour with our easy-to-use online unit converter, ideal for HVAC, laboratory, and physiological applications.

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

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

This converter assists in translating power units from calorie (thermochemical) per second to kilocalorie (International Table) per hour (kcal/h). It is useful for converting legacy thermal power measurements into units commonly used in heating, cooling, and metabolic rate contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value you want to convert in calorie (th)/second.
Select calorie (th)/second as the source unit and kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h] as the target unit.
Click the convert button to see the equivalent power in kilocalorie (IT)/hour.
Use the results to apply in relevant engineering, laboratory, or physiological contexts.

Key Features

Converts power values between calorie (th)/second and kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h].
Supports applications in laboratory calorimetry, HVAC, and physiology.
Browser-based and user-friendly interface for quick conversions.
Provides direct application for heating element ratings and metabolic rate measurements.

Examples

2 calorie (th)/second is approximately 7.1951848668 kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h].
0.5 calorie (th)/second converts to about 1.7987962167 kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h].

Common Use Cases

Reporting heat flow rates in laboratory calorimetry experiments.
Specifying heating capacities of small heaters, boilers, and radiators in HVAC.
Rating power output of cooking appliances and gas burners using kcal/h units.
Expressing human metabolic heat generation or energy expenditure rates.

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure input values use the thermochemical calorie definition for accuracy.
Use the tool to bridge between older calorie-based units and modern power measurements.
Apply converted results appropriately in heating, cooling, or metabolic rate analyses.
Remember these units are less common than watts, so cross-check unit preferences in your application.

Limitations

Conversion relies on precise definitions of thermochemical and International Table calories.
Actual power values may differ due to system losses or measurement calibration.
Units like calorie (th)/second and kilocalorie (IT)/hour are less frequently used than watts today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 1 calorie (th)/second represent in terms of power?: It represents the transfer of one thermochemical calorie of energy per second, equivalent to 4.184 watts.
Why convert calorie (th)/second to kilocalorie (IT)/hour?: This conversion helps translate legacy and laboratory power measurements into units commonly used for heating, cooling, and metabolism.
Are these calorie-based units commonly used in modern engineering?: No, these units are less common than watts and typically appear in specialized or older contexts.

Key Terminology

Calorie (th)/second: A power unit defined as the energy transfer of one thermochemical calorie per second, equal to 4.184 watts.
Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h]: A power unit representing energy transfer rate of one International-Table kilocalorie delivered per hour, roughly 1.163 watts.
Thermochemical calorie: A calorie defined exactly as 4.184 joules, used in thermochemical energy measurements.
International-Table kilocalorie: A kilocalorie unit defined as 4,186.8 joules, used internationally for thermal energy specifications.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the equivalent of 1 calorie (th)/second in kilocalorie (IT)/hour?

1.163 kcal/h

3.5975924334 kcal/h

4.184 kcal/h

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

Laboratory calorimetry

Cooking recipe measurements

Electrical engineering

Which power unit is more widely used in modern engineering compared to calorie (th)/second?

Watts

Kilocalorie (IT)/hour

Calories per hour

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