A centiwatt (cW) is a power unit equal to one hundredth of a watt, typically used for very low power levels such as in small electronics.

How is calorie (th)/second defined?

Calorie (th)/second is a power unit equal to the transfer of one thermochemical calorie per second, where one thermochemical calorie is exactly 4.184 joules.

Why convert centiwatts to calorie (th)/second?

Users convert between these units to relate low electrical power measurements to thermal power rates common in calorimetry and historical engineering contexts.

How to Convert from Centiwatt [cW] to Calorie (th)/second?

Learn how to convert power measurements from centiwatt (cW) to calorie (th)/second with this easy-to-use online unit converter. Understand the definitions, use cases, and practical applications of these units in thermal engineering and low-power electronics.

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Centiwatt [cW] to Calorie (th)/second Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts power values from centiwatts (cW), which measure very low electrical power, to calorie (th)/second, a unit expressing thermal power transfer based on thermochemical calories per second.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the numerical value in centiwatts you wish to convert
Select centiwatt [cW] as the input unit
Choose calorie (th)/second as the output unit
Click the convert button to view the result
Use the output to interpret power in thermal or legacy units

Key Features

Converts centiwatt (cW) units to calorie (th)/second accurately
Supports low-power electronic and thermal measurement contexts
Browser-based tool requiring no installation
Includes simple input and output fields for ease of use
Provides clear conversion examples for guidance

Examples

10 cW converts to approximately 0.023900574 cal(th)/s
50 cW converts to approximately 0.11950287 cal(th)/s

Common Use Cases

Determining power consumption of ultra-low-power electronic sensors
Evaluating small indicator LEDs and status light outputs
Translating micro-energy harvesting outputs into thermal units
Reporting heat flow rates in laboratory calorimetry experiments
Converting legacy thermal power measures into SI compatible units for HVAC analysis

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure you understand the unit contexts before converting
Maintain the fixed thermochemical calorie definition at 4.184 joules
Use precise input values to avoid inaccuracies due to small magnitudes
Be aware calorie (th)/second is less common in modern electrical power use
Cross-check conversions when applying to critical scientific or engineering calculations

Limitations

Calorie (th)/second is a non-SI unit and may not be widely accepted in all contexts
Conversion relies on the fixed value of the thermochemical calorie as exactly 4.184 joules
Small values in centiwatt result in very small output numbers, requiring careful precision
May not be suitable for high-power or non-thermal power applications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a centiwatt?: A centiwatt (cW) is a power unit equal to one hundredth of a watt, typically used for very low power levels such as in small electronics.
How is calorie (th)/second defined?: Calorie (th)/second is a power unit equal to the transfer of one thermochemical calorie per second, where one thermochemical calorie is exactly 4.184 joules.
Why convert centiwatts to calorie (th)/second?: Users convert between these units to relate low electrical power measurements to thermal power rates common in calorimetry and historical engineering contexts.

Key Terminology

Centiwatt (cW): A power unit representing one hundredth of a watt, used to measure very low levels of electrical power.
Calorie (th)/second: A unit of power indicating energy transfer rate of one thermochemical calorie per second, where the calorie is defined as exactly 4.184 joules.
Thermochemical calorie: A calorie unit based on energy equivalent of exactly 4.184 joules, used in thermal power calculations.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does one centiwatt (cW) equal?

One watt

One hundredth of a watt

One thousand watts

What is the energy equivalent of one thermochemical calorie used in the conversion?

4.184 joules

3.142 joules

9.81 joules

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

Laboratory calorimetry

Digital electronics

Astronomical measurements

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