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

It measures thermal conductivity based on heat flow of one kilocalorie per hour through a meter thickness with a temperature difference of one degree Celsius.

Why convert to watt/meter/K?

Because watt/meter/K is the SI unit for thermal conductivity, widely used in modern engineering to ensure compatibility and standardization.

Can this converter be used for non-steady-state conditions?

No, the units assume steady-state heat flow, so the converter is intended for steady-state thermal conductivity values.

How to Convert from Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C to Watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)]?

Learn how to convert thermal conductivity values from kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C to the SI unit watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)] with clear examples and applications in engineering.

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Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C to Watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)] Conversion Table

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Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C to Watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This tool helps convert thermal conductivity measurements from kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C, a non-SI unit, into watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)], the standard SI unit. It simplifies translating legacy or regional data into modern engineering values used in various industries.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the thermal conductivity value in kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C
Select the input unit as kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C
Select the output unit as watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)]
Submit the data to get the converted value using the factor 1.163
View the result in watt/meter/K for use in SI-based calculations

Key Features

Converts thermal conductivity units from kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C to watt/meter/K
Includes conversion based on standard definitions without assumptions
Supports applications in HVAC, construction materials, electronics cooling, and geotechnical engineering
Provides clear conversion examples for practical use

Examples

5 kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C converts to 5.815 watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)]
0.8 kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C converts to 0.9304 watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)]

Common Use Cases

Assessing thermal conductivity in building insulation and construction materials
Comparing heat-transfer properties in metals, ceramics, and composites from older literature
Designing and sizing heat exchangers and piping with legacy data
Modeling heat transfer in electronics cooling and geothermal engineering

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure correct unit selection to maintain accurate conversions
Use the tool to translate legacy thermal data into SI units for consistency
Apply conversions only when steady-state conditions apply as assumed by the units
Be aware of material homogeneity and temperature scale differences in interpretations

Limitations

Differences in unit definitions and temperature scales may affect accuracy
Conversions assume steady-state heat flow and homogeneous material properties
Not intended for dynamic or transient thermal conductivity evaluations

Frequently Asked Questions

What does kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C measure?: It measures thermal conductivity based on heat flow of one kilocalorie per hour through a meter thickness with a temperature difference of one degree Celsius.
Why convert to watt/meter/K?: Because watt/meter/K is the SI unit for thermal conductivity, widely used in modern engineering to ensure compatibility and standardization.
Can this converter be used for non-steady-state conditions?: No, the units assume steady-state heat flow, so the converter is intended for steady-state thermal conductivity values.

Key Terminology

Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C: A thermal conductivity unit representing heat flow of one kilocalorie per hour through a 1-meter material thickness with a 1 °C temperature difference.
Watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)]: The SI derived unit for thermal conductivity indicating the rate of heat transfer per unit area per temperature gradient across one meter.
Thermal Conductivity: A material property that indicates its ability to conduct heat.

Quick Knowledge Check

What unit does this tool convert from?

Watt/meter/K [W/(m*K)]

Kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C

Joule/second/meter/°C

What is the conversion factor from kilocalorie (IT)/hour/meter/°C to watt/meter/K?

0.85

1.163

2.5

In which fields is this conversion commonly used?

HVAC and construction material evaluation

Financial market analysis

Astronomical distance measurements

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