What does kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C measure?

It measures thermal conductivity representing the steady heat flow of one kilocalorie per hour through a 1-meter thick material with a 1 °C temperature difference.

When should I use Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F units?

Use these units for thermal conductivity reporting in US customary units, especially in HVAC, building materials, and engineering documents based on Imperial standards.

Can I use this converter for transient heat transfer situations?

No, the units and conversion assume steady-state heat transfer and may not fully capture transient or non-uniform heat flow conditions.

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

Learn how to convert thermal conductivity values from kilocalorie (IT) per hour per meter per degree Celsius to Btu (th) inch per second per square foot per degree Fahrenheit with this easy-to-use online converter tool.

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

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Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C to Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows you to transform thermal conductivity measurements between kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C and Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F units. It helps users switch between non-SI and Imperial units commonly used in engineering, HVAC design, and building materials analysis.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the thermal conductivity value in kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C
Select the target unit as Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F
Click the convert button to view the result in the desired unit
Use the conversion factor 1 kcal(IT)/h/m/°C = 0.0022413956 Btu(th)·in/(s·ft²·°F)
Review the output for application in your HVAC or engineering calculations

Key Features

Converts thermal conductivity values between kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C and Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F
Supports legacy non-SI and US customary unit systems used in HVAC and construction
Provides clear conversion based on standardized heat transfer units
Browser-based and easy to use without software installation
Facilitates consistent heat transfer calculations across regional standards

Examples

5 kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C converts to 0.011206978 Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F
10 kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C converts to 0.022413956 Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F

Common Use Cases

Specifying thermal conductivity for building insulation and construction materials in HVAC design
Comparing heat-transfer properties in engineering literature using kcal/h units
Conduction heat-transfer calculations in older engineering or industry standards
Converting material property data between Imperial and SI systems on datasheets
Sizing heat exchangers and piping based on legacy design data

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure steady-state heat transfer conditions match your application before conversion
Carefully handle temperature, thickness, and area units to prevent calculation errors
Use this converter when working across regional engineering standards
Verify unit definitions when integrating legacy data to maintain consistency
Apply converted values appropriately within HVAC and construction material analyses

Limitations

Units assume steady-state heat flow and uniform geometry, not transient conditions
Conversion depends on specific definitions of calorie and British thermal unit that may vary
Temperature scale differences (°C vs. °F) require cautious use in complex calculations
May not fully account for non-uniform or time-dependent heat transfer scenarios

Frequently Asked Questions

What does kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C measure?: It measures thermal conductivity representing the steady heat flow of one kilocalorie per hour through a 1-meter thick material with a 1 °C temperature difference.
When should I use Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F units?: Use these units for thermal conductivity reporting in US customary units, especially in HVAC, building materials, and engineering documents based on Imperial standards.
Can I use this converter for transient heat transfer situations?: No, the units and conversion assume steady-state heat transfer and may not fully capture transient or non-uniform heat flow conditions.

Key Terminology

Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C: A unit of thermal conductivity defined as the heat flow of one kilocalorie per hour through 1 meter thickness with a 1 °C temperature difference.
Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F: An Imperial unit indicating heat transferred per second through 1-inch thickness and 1 square foot area with a 1 °F temperature difference.
Thermal Conductivity: A material property measuring the ability to conduct heat.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the primary measurement category for this converter?

Electrical resistance

Thermal conductivity

Fluid flow rate

Which unit does the converter transform kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C into?

Joule per second

Btu (th) inch/second/sq. foot/°F

Calorie per minute

What should you consider regarding temperature scales when converting?

Temperature scales have no effect on conversion

Differences between °C and °F require careful handling

Only Celsius is relevant for this converter

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