Watt per Square Meter per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Square Meter per Degree Celsius Conversion
Convert between Watt per Square Meter per Degree Celsius and Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Square Meter per Degree Celsius quickly and accurately.
How to Convert Watt per Square Meter per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Square Meter per Degree Celsius
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 W/(m²·°C) to kcal/(h·m²·°C):
Unit Information
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Watt per Square Meter per Degree Celsius
W/(m²·°C)
Definition
The watt per square meter per degree Celsius (W/(m²·°C)) is a unit of heat transfer coefficient equal to one watt per square meter per Kelvin. It represents the rate of heat transfer per unit area per unit temperature difference, commonly used in thermal engineering applications where the Celsius temperature scale is preferred.
History/Origin
Developed for thermal engineering applications where the Celsius temperature scale is preferred, this unit became standard in building thermal analysis and HVAC system design. It provides a practical measure for heat transfer coefficient using familiar Celsius temperature units.
Current Use
Widely used in thermal engineering, HVAC system design, and building thermal analysis applications where the Celsius temperature scale is preferred. It is essential for calculating heat transfer rates, designing thermal management systems, and analyzing thermal properties in engineering applications.
Multiplier
1
Offset
0
Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Square Meter per Degree Celsius
kcal/(h·m²·°C)
Definition
The kilocalorie (IT) per hour per square meter per degree Celsius (kcal/(h·m²·°C)) is a unit of heat transfer coefficient equal to approximately 1.163 watts per square meter per Kelvin. It represents the rate of heat transfer per unit area per unit temperature difference, commonly used in HVAC and building thermal analysis applications.
History/Origin
Developed for HVAC and building thermal analysis applications where kilocalorie and hour units are preferred, this unit became standard in building thermal analysis and HVAC system design. It provides a practical measure for heat transfer coefficient using familiar thermal and time units.
Current Use
Widely used in HVAC system design, building thermal analysis, and energy efficiency applications where kilocalorie and hour units are preferred. It is essential for calculating heat transfer rates, designing thermal insulation, and analyzing thermal performance in building and HVAC applications.
Multiplier
1.163
Offset
0
Watt per Square Meter per Degree Celsius to Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Square Meter per Degree Celsius Conversion Table
| Watt per Square Meter per Degree Celsius [W/(m²·°C)] | Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Square Meter per Degree Celsius [kcal/(h·m²·°C)] |
|---|---|
| 1 W/(m²·°C) | 0.859845 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
| 10 W/(m²·°C) | 8.598452 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
| 25 W/(m²·°C) | 21.496131 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
| 50 W/(m²·°C) | 42.992261 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
| 100 W/(m²·°C) | 85.984523 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
| 0 W/(m²·°C) | 0E+0 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
| -10 W/(m²·°C) | -8.598452 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
| -40 W/(m²·°C) | -34.393809 kcal/(h·m²·°C) |
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