Heat Flux Density Converter - Convert W/m², BTU/h·ft², cal/s·cm² & More
Result:
1000 W/m² = 316.9984055 BTU/h·ft²
How Heat Flux Density Conversion Works
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Conversion Formulas
W/m² to BTU/h·ft²
BTU/h·ft² = W/m² ÷ 3.15459
Example: 1000 W/m² = 1000 ÷ 3.15459 = 317.0 BTU/h·ft²
W/m² to cal/s·cm²
cal/s·cm² = W/m² ÷ 41868
Example: 1000 W/m² = 1000 ÷ 41868 = 0.0239 cal/s·cm²
kW/m² to W/m²
W/m² = kW/m² × 1000
Example: 5 kW/m² = 5 × 1000 = 5000 W/m²
kcal/h·m² to W/m²
W/m² = kcal/h·m² × 1.163
Example: 500 kcal/h·m² = 500 × 1.163 = 581.5 W/m²
Heat Flux Density Conversion Table
| W/m² | kW/m² | BTU/h·ft² | cal/s·cm² | kcal/h·m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.1 | 31.7 | 0.0024 | 86 |
| 250 | 0.3 | 79.2 | 0.0060 | 215 |
| 500 | 0.5 | 158.5 | 0.0119 | 430 |
| 750 | 0.8 | 237.7 | 0.0179 | 645 |
| 1000 | 1.0 | 317.0 | 0.0239 | 860 |
| 1500 | 1.5 | 475.5 | 0.0358 | 1290 |
| 2000 | 2.0 | 634.0 | 0.0478 | 1720 |
| 2500 | 2.5 | 792.5 | 0.0597 | 2150 |
| 3000 | 3.0 | 951.0 | 0.0717 | 2580 |
| 4000 | 4.0 | 1268.0 | 0.0955 | 3439 |
| 5000 | 5.0 | 1585.0 | 0.1194 | 4299 |
| 7500 | 7.5 | 2377.5 | 0.1791 | 6449 |
| 10000 | 10.0 | 3170.0 | 0.2388 | 8598 |
| 15000 | 15.0 | 4755.0 | 0.3583 | 12898 |
| 20000 | 20.0 | 6340.0 | 0.4777 | 17197 |
Heat Flux Units Progression Chart
100 W/m²
500 W/m²
1000 W/m²
2000 W/m²
5000 W/m²
10000 W/m²
Practice Problems
Problem 1:
Convert 2500 W/m² to BTU/h·ft²
Solution: 2500 ÷ 3.15459 = 792.5 BTU/h·ft²
Problem 2:
Convert 500 BTU/h·ft² to W/m²
Solution: 500 × 3.15459 = 1577.3 W/m²
Problem 3:
Convert 0.05 cal/s·cm² to W/m²
Solution: 0.05 × 41868 = 2093.4 W/m²
Problem 4:
Convert 8 kW/m² to BTU/h·ft²
Solution: (8 × 1000) ÷ 3.15459 = 2536.0 BTU/h·ft²
Problem 5:
Convert 1200 kcal/h·m² to kW/m²
Solution: (1200 × 1.163) ÷ 1000 = 1.396 kW/m²
What is Heat Flux Density?
Heat flux density is the amount of heat energy that flows through a surface area in a given time. Think of it like measuring how much heat passes through a window or wall. We measure heat flux density in units like W/m² (watts per square meter), BTU/h·ft² (British thermal units per hour per square foot), and cal/s·cm² (calories per second per square centimeter).
Our heat flux density converter helps you change between different units easily. Whether you work with thermal flux, power density, or energy flux, this tool makes conversions simple and fast. You can convert W/m² to BTU/h·ft², cal/s·cm² to kW/m², or any other heat transfer rate units you need.
Heat flux density is important in many areas. Engineers use it to design heating systems. Scientists study it in climate research. Builders use it to check insulation. Solar panel makers need it to measure energy output. Our converter makes these calculations quick and accurate.
How Heat Flux Density Works
Heat flux density shows how fast heat moves through a surface. When you touch a hot stove, heat flows from the stove to your hand. The heat flux density tells us how much heat energy passes through each square meter or square foot of surface every second or hour.
Different countries and industries use different units for heat flux density. In science, we often use W/m² (watts per square meter). In building design, people might use BTU/h·ft² (British thermal units per hour per square foot). Our heat flux density converter lets you switch between all these units easily.
The thermal flux converter uses simple math to change units. Each unit has a conversion factor. For example, 1 W/m² equals about 0.317 BTU/h·ft². Our tool does this math for you automatically, so you get accurate results every time.
Common Heat Flux Density Examples
Solar Energy
Sunlight on Earth: 1000-1200 W/m²
Solar panel output: 150-200 W/m²
Solar cooker: 500-800 W/m²
Building Heat Loss
Good wall insulation: 20-40 W/m²
Poor insulation: 100-200 W/m²
Single glass window: 200-400 W/m²
Industrial Heat
Furnace wall: 5000-15000 W/m²
Steam boiler: 50000-100000 W/m²
Heat exchanger: 10000-50000 W/m²
Electronics
Computer CPU: 500-1500 W/m²
LED light: 100-300 W/m²
Phone battery: 50-150 W/m²
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is heat flux density used for?
Heat flux density measures how much heat energy flows through a surface area. Engineers use it to design heating systems, check insulation, and study heat transfer. It helps in solar panel design, building energy efficiency, and industrial heating processes.
How do I convert W/m² to BTU/h·ft²?
To convert W/m² to BTU/h·ft², divide the W/m² value by 3.15459. For example, 1000 W/m² ÷ 3.15459 = 317.0 BTU/h·ft². Our heat flux density converter does this math automatically for you.
What is the difference between heat flux and power density?
Heat flux density and power density are very similar. Both measure energy per unit area per time. Heat flux focuses on thermal energy, while power density can include any type of energy. In most cases, you can use our converter for both.
Is this thermal flux converter accurate?
Yes, our thermal flux converter uses standard conversion factors from engineering references. All calculations are double-checked for accuracy. The results match what you would get from engineering handbooks and scientific calculators.
Can I use this for energy flux calculations?
Yes, our tool works for energy flux conversions too. Energy flux and heat flux density use the same units and conversion factors. Whether you call it thermal flux, heat flux, power density, or energy flux, our converter handles it all.
Daily Uses of Heat Flux Density
Solar panel efficiency calculations and energy output estimation
Building insulation performance and thermal bridge analysis
Heat exchanger design and thermal equipment sizing
Electronic cooling system design for circuit boards
Meteorology and climate studies for radiation measurements