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How to Convert from Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F to Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F?

How to Convert from Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F to Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F?

Learn how to convert thermal conductivity units from Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F to Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F, common in building energy and HVAC calculations.

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Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F to Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows you to change thermal conductivity values from Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F to Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F, facilitating accurate heat transfer calculations in Imperial units.

How to Use This Tool?

  • Enter the value in Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F.
  • Select the target unit Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F.
  • Click convert to see the equivalent thermal conductivity value.
  • Use the result for engineering or building material calculations.

Key Features

  • Converts thermal conductivity values between specific Imperial units.
  • Supports building energy modeling and HVAC design calculations.
  • Easy unit conversion for engineering and insulation material analysis.
  • Browser-based and simple to use for quick results.

Examples

  • 5 Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F converts to 0.0166666665 Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F.
  • 10 Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F converts to 0.033333333 Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F.

Common Use Cases

  • Specifying thermal conductivity of building materials and insulation in Imperial units.
  • Performing heat transfer calculations in walls, roofs, and windows for HVAC and building design.
  • Converting material data between Imperial and SI systems in engineering analyses.

Tips & Best Practices

  • Ensure consistent unit dimensions when performing conversions to avoid errors.
  • Use steady-state heat conduction assumptions for accurate results.
  • Cross-check converted values when applying to engineering standards or documents.

Limitations

  • Conversion assumes steady-state heat conduction with consistent temperature difference.
  • Material anisotropy or transient heat conduction may require more advanced considerations.
  • Preserving correct unit dimensions is essential to prevent calculation mistakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 1 Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F represent?
It represents the amount of heat energy in Btu transferred per hour through a material one foot thick with a one square foot area and a temperature difference of one degree Fahrenheit.

When should I use Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F units?
Use this unit for thermal conductivity in US customary systems when calculations or reports require it, especially in HVAC and older engineering standards.

Can this conversion be applied to transient heat transfer calculations?
No, this conversion assumes steady-state heat conduction conditions and may not be accurate for transient scenarios.

Key Terminology

Btu (th) foot/hour/sq. foot/°F
An Imperial unit measuring thermal conductivity as heat transfer in Btu per hour through a 1-foot thickness with a 1 square-foot area for a temperature difference of 1 °F.
Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F
An Imperial unit of thermal conductivity representing heat transfer in Btu per second through a 1-inch thickness with a 1 square-foot area and a 1 °F temperature difference.
Thermal Conductivity
A property that quantifies a material's ability to conduct heat.

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