What Is This Tool?
This converter enables users to transform thermal conductivity measurements from watt per meter per kelvin (W/(m*K)) into calorie (IT) per second per centimeter per degree Celsius (cal(IT)/s/cm/°C). It facilitates interpreting thermal data especially from legacy sources or non-SI publications.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the thermal conductivity value in watt/meter/K (W/(m*K))
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Select the target unit as calorie (IT)/second/cm/°C
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Click convert to see the equivalent thermal conductivity in calorie-based units
Key Features
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Converts thermal conductivity between SI and calorie-based units
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Supports interpretation of legacy thermal conductivity data
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Simple formula-based conversion for quick results
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Browser-based and easy to use with no installation required
Examples
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10 W/(m·K) converts to 0.02388459 cal(IT)/s/cm/°C
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0.5 W/(m·K) converts to 0.00119423 cal(IT)/s/cm/°C
Common Use Cases
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Comparing thermal conductivity of building insulation materials using different unit systems
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Analyzing data from historical or older references reporting heat transfer in calories
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Converting metal and alloy thermal properties reported in calorie units to SI for modern analysis
Tips & Best Practices
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Ensure thickness units and temperature scales are correctly accounted for during conversion
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Verify the calorie standard used in source data to avoid discrepancies
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Use this tool to complement engineering design and material research involving thermal conductivity
Limitations
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Differences may arise if calorie definitions vary, affecting precise accuracy
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Be attentive to unit consistency such as centimeter vs. meter thickness and Celsius vs. kelvin scales
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This tool uses direct equivalence based on standard scales but historical values might differ slightly
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why convert from W/(m·K) to cal(IT)/s/cm/°C?
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Converting helps interpret thermal conductivity data reported in older literature or in non-SI units, enabling effective comparison with modern SI-based values.
Key Terminology
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Watt per meter per kelvin (W/(m·K))
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An SI derived unit measuring thermal conductivity, indicating heat transfer rate per unit area per temperature gradient over one meter thickness.
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Calorie (IT)/second/cm/°C
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A unit measuring thermal conductivity as heat energy transferred per second through one centimeter thickness with one degree Celsius temperature difference using the International Table calorie.