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Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection is the heat transferred per unit area per kelvin. Check FAQs
hc=h-0.75hr
hc - Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection?h - Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling?hr - Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation?

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1.15Edit=2.275Edit-0.751.5Edit
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Heat transfer coefficient for convection Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Heat transfer coefficient for convection?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
hc=h-0.75hr
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
hc=2.275W/m²*K-0.751.5W/m²*K
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
hc=2.275-0.751.5
LAST Step Evaluate
hc=1.15W/m²*K

Heat transfer coefficient for convection Formula Elements

Variables
Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection
Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection is the heat transferred per unit area per kelvin.
Symbol: hc
Measurement: Heat Transfer CoefficientUnit: W/m²*K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling
Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling is the heat transferred per unit area per kelvin.
Symbol: h
Measurement: Heat Transfer CoefficientUnit: W/m²*K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation
Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation is the heat transferred per unit area per kelvin.
Symbol: hr
Measurement: Heat Transfer CoefficientUnit: W/m²*K
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection

​Go Heat transfer coefficient by convection for stable film boiling
hc=0.62(kv3ρv[g](ρl-ρv)(∆H+(0.68Cv)ΔT)μvDΔT)0.25

Other formulas in Boiling category

​Go Heat flux to nucleate pool boiling
Q=μf∆H([g](ρl-ρv)Y)0.5(ClΔTCs∆H(Pr)1.7)3.0
​Go Enthalpy of evaporation to nucleate pool boiling
∆H=((1Q)μf([g](ρl-ρv)Y)0.5(ClΔTCs(Pr)1.7)3)0.5
​Go Critical heat flux to nucleate pool boiling
Qc=0.18∆Hρv(Y[g](ρl-ρv)ρv2)0.25
​Go Enthalpy of evaporation given critical heat flux
∆H=Qc0.18ρv(Y[g](ρl-ρv)ρv2)0.25

How to Evaluate Heat transfer coefficient for convection?

Heat transfer coefficient for convection evaluator uses Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection = Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling-0.75*Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation to evaluate the Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection, Heat transfer coefficient for convection is defined as the rate of heat transfer between a solid surface and a fluid (such as air or water) flowing over the surface. It depends on several factors, including fluid properties, flow characteristics, and the geometry of the surface. Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection is denoted by hc symbol.

How to evaluate Heat transfer coefficient for convection using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Heat transfer coefficient for convection, enter Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling (h) & Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation (hr) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Heat transfer coefficient for convection

What is the formula to find Heat transfer coefficient for convection?
The formula of Heat transfer coefficient for convection is expressed as Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection = Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling-0.75*Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation. Here is an example- 1.15 = 2.275-0.75*1.5.
How to calculate Heat transfer coefficient for convection?
With Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling (h) & Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation (hr) we can find Heat transfer coefficient for convection using the formula - Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection = Heat Transfer Coefficient by Boiling-0.75*Heat Transfer Coefficient by Radiation.
What are the other ways to Calculate Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection-
  • Heat Transfer Coefficient by Convection=0.62*((Thermal Conductivity of Vapor^3*Density of Vapour*[g]*(Density of Liquid-Density of Vapour)*(Change in Enthalpy of Vaporization+(0.68*Specific Heat of Vapour)*Excess Temperature))/(Dynamic Viscosity of Vapour*Diameter*Excess Temperature))^0.25OpenImg
Can the Heat transfer coefficient for convection be negative?
Yes, the Heat transfer coefficient for convection, measured in Heat Transfer Coefficient can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Heat transfer coefficient for convection?
Heat transfer coefficient for convection is usually measured using the Watt per Square Meter per Kelvin[W/m²*K] for Heat Transfer Coefficient. Watt per Square Meter per Celcius[W/m²*K], Joule per Second per Square Meter per Kelvin[W/m²*K], Kilocalorie (IT) per Hour per Square Foot per Celcius[W/m²*K] are the few other units in which Heat transfer coefficient for convection can be measured.
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