Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Meter per Degree Celsius to Watt per Meter per Kelvin Conversion
Convert between Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Meter per Degree Celsius and Watt per Meter per Kelvin quickly and accurately.
How to Convert Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Meter per Degree Celsius to Watt per Meter per Kelvin
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 kcal/(h·m·°C) to W/(m·K):
Unit Information
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Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Meter per Degree Celsius
kcal/(h·m·°C)
Definition
The kilocalorie (IT) per hour per meter per degree Celsius (kcal/(h·m·°C)) is a unit of thermal conductivity equal to approximately 1.163 watts per meter per kelvin. It represents the amount of heat energy transferred per unit time through a unit area of material with a unit temperature gradient, commonly used in HVAC and building thermal applications.
History/Origin
Developed for HVAC and building thermal 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 thermal conductivity in contexts where kilocalorie and hour units are more appropriate.
Current Use
Widely used in HVAC system design, building thermal analysis, and energy efficiency applications. 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 Meter per Kelvin
W/(m·K)
Definition
The watt per meter per kelvin (W/(m·K)) is the SI unit of thermal conductivity, representing the amount of heat energy transferred per unit time through a unit area of material with a unit temperature gradient. It quantifies how effectively a material conducts heat, making it essential for thermal analysis and heat transfer calculations in engineering applications.
History/Origin
Derived from the fundamental relationship between heat flux, temperature gradient, and material properties, this unit became standardized with the adoption of the International System of Units. It provides a consistent measure for thermal conductivity across different materials and heat transfer mechanisms, enabling accurate thermal design and analysis.
Current Use
Widely used in thermal engineering, materials science, building insulation, and HVAC system design for calculating heat transfer rates and thermal performance. It is essential for designing thermal management systems, predicting temperature distributions, and optimizing thermal insulation in various applications.
Multiplier
1
Offset
0
Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Meter per Degree Celsius to Watt per Meter per Kelvin Conversion Table
| Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Meter per Degree Celsius [kcal/(h·m·°C)] | Watt per Meter per Kelvin [W/(m·K)] |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal/(h·m·°C) | 1.163 W/(m·K) |
| 10 kcal/(h·m·°C) | 11.63 W/(m·K) |
| 25 kcal/(h·m·°C) | 29.075 W/(m·K) |
| 50 kcal/(h·m·°C) | 58.15 W/(m·K) |
| 100 kcal/(h·m·°C) | 116.3 W/(m·K) |
| 0 kcal/(h·m·°C) | 0E+0 W/(m·K) |
| -10 kcal/(h·m·°C) | -11.63 W/(m·K) |
| -40 kcal/(h·m·°C) | -46.52 W/(m·K) |
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