Heat Transfer Coefficient in Heat Transfer Formulas

The Heat Transfer Coefficient is the heat transferred per unit area per kelvin. Thus area is included in the equation as it represents the area over which the transfer of heat takes place. And is denoted by h_t. Heat Transfer Coefficient is usually measured using the Watt per Square Meter per Kelvin for Heat Transfer Coefficient. Note that the value of Heat Transfer Coefficient is always negative.

Heat Transfer formulas that make use of Heat Transfer Coefficient

fxNewton's Law of CoolingGo

FAQ

What is the Heat Transfer Coefficient?

The Heat Transfer Coefficient is the heat transferred per unit area per kelvin. Thus area is included in the equation as it represents the area over which the transfer of heat takes place. Heat Transfer Coefficient is usually measured using the Watt per Square Meter per Kelvin for Heat Transfer Coefficient. Note that the value of Heat Transfer Coefficient is always negative.

Can the Heat Transfer Coefficient be negative?

Yes, the Heat Transfer Coefficient, measured in Heat Transfer Coefficient can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Heat Transfer Coefficient?

Heat Transfer Coefficient 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 can be measured.

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