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Convert Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit

Instantly convert Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius (cal/(s·cm²·°C)) to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit (BTU/(hr·ft²·°F)) with our free online calculator.

Formula: cal/(s·cm²·°C) to BTU/(hr·ft²·°F)multiply by 7368.45

Reference Table

Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius (cal/(s·cm²·°C))BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit (BTU/(hr·ft²·°F))
17368.45
536842.3
1073684.5
25184211
50368423
100736845

How to Convert Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit

Formula

To convert Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius (cal/(s·cm²·°C)) to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit (BTU/(hr·ft²·°F)): multiply by 7368.45

Step-by-Step

  1. Start with your value in Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius (cal/(s·cm²·°C)).
  2. Multiply by 7368.45 to perform the conversion.
  3. The result is your value expressed in BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit (BTU/(hr·ft²·°F)).

Conversion Factor

1 cal/(s·cm²·°C) = 7368.45 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F)

Reverse Factor

1 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F) = 0.000135714 cal/(s·cm²·°C)

Worked Example

Convert 25 Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit: 25 cal/(s·cm²·°C) = 184211 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F)

About Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius (cal/(s·cm²·°C))

A CGS unit of heat-transfer coefficient (= 41,840 W/(m²·K)) mostly found in older chemistry and thermochemistry literature. Very large unit; rarely used today because most engineering has converged on W/(m²·K) or BTU/(hr·ft²·°F).

About BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit (BTU/(hr·ft²·°F))

An imperial heat-transfer-coefficient unit (1 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F) ≈ 5.678 W/(m²·K)). Dominant in US HVAC design, building-envelope calculations, and petroleum-industry heat-exchanger specifications. ASHRAE fundamentals tables list film coefficients for building surfaces in BTU/(hr·ft²·°F) — e.g., indoor air film is ~1.47, exterior with 15 mph wind is ~6.0.

Quick Facts

  • 1 Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius equals 7368.45 BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit
  • 1 BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit equals 0.000135714 Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius
  • Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius is a unit of heat transfer coefficient
  • BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit is a unit of heat transfer coefficient
  • This conversion is commonly used in heat exchanger design, HVAC engineering, and process optimization
  • The Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius belongs to the metric system
  • The BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit belongs to the imperial system

Common Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit Conversions

Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius (cal/(s·cm²·°C))BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit (BTU/(hr·ft²·°F))
0.0173.6845
0.1736.845
0.251842.11
0.53684.23
17368.45
214736.9
322105.4
536842.3
1073684.5
15110527
20147369
25184211
50368423
75552634
100736845
2501842110
5003684230
10007368450
500036842300
1000073684500

Understanding Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius

The Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius (symbol: cal/(s·cm²·°C)) is a unit of heat transfer coefficient. A CGS unit of heat-transfer coefficient (= 41,840 W/(m²·K)) mostly found in older chemistry and thermochemistry literature. Very large unit; rarely used today because most engineering has converged on W/(m²·K) or BTU/(hr·ft²·°F).

It belongs to the metric measurement system.

Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius are commonly used in heat exchanger design, HVAC engineering, and process optimization.

Understanding BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit

The BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit (symbol: BTU/(hr·ft²·°F)) is a unit of heat transfer coefficient. An imperial heat-transfer-coefficient unit (1 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F) ≈ 5.678 W/(m²·K)). Dominant in US HVAC design, building-envelope calculations, and petroleum-industry heat-exchanger specifications. ASHRAE fundamentals tables list film coefficients for building surfaces in BTU/(hr·ft²·°F) — e.g., indoor air film is ~1.47, exterior with 15 mph wind is ~6.0.

It belongs to the imperial measurement system.

BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit are commonly used in heat exchanger design, HVAC engineering, and process optimization.

Why Convert Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit?

Converting between Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius and BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit is a frequent requirement for engineers, scientists, and students working with heat transfer coefficient values. Different industries and regions favour different unit systems, so having a dependable conversion tool saves time and prevents errors in technical calculations. Whether you are verifying a specification sheet, cross-checking simulation results, or preparing a report for an international audience, accurate heat transfer coefficient conversion is essential.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit?

A CGS unit of heat-transfer coefficient (= 41,840 W/(m²·K)) mostly found in older chemistry and thermochemistry literature. To convert Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit, multiply by 7368.45. For example, 25 cal/(s·cm²·°C) equals 184211 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F).

How many BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit are in 1 Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius?

There are 7368.45 BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit in 1 Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius.

How many Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius are in 1 BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit?

There are 0.000135714 Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius in 1 BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit.

What is the formula for Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius to BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit conversion?

The formula is: multiply by 7368.45. This means 1 cal/(s·cm²·°C) = 7368.45 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F).

Is a Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius bigger than a BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit?

No. One Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius is smaller than one BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit because 1 cal/(s·cm²·°C) equals 7368.45 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F), which is greater than 1.

When do you need to convert between Calories per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius and BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit?

An imperial heat-transfer-coefficient unit (1 BTU/(hr·ft²·°F) ≈ 5. Calorie per Second-Square Centimeter-Celsius and BTU per Hour-Square Foot-Fahrenheit are both heat transfer coeff units, so conversion comes up whenever one source of information uses one unit and another uses the other — a classic cross-reference challenge in engineering, trade, travel, and everyday life.

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