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Colburn's j-factor is a non-dimensional parameter that arises in convective heat transfer analysis. Check FAQs
jH=0.023(Re)-0.2
jH - Colburn's j-factor?Re - Reynolds Number?

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0.0046Edit=0.023(3125Edit)-0.2
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J-Factor for Pipe Flow Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
jH=0.023(Re)-0.2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
jH=0.023(3125)-0.2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
jH=0.023(3125)-0.2
LAST Step Evaluate
jH=0.0046

J-Factor for Pipe Flow Formula Elements

Variables
Colburn's j-factor
Colburn's j-factor is a non-dimensional parameter that arises in convective heat transfer analysis.
Symbol: jH
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Reynolds Number
Reynolds number is the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces within a fluid which is subjected to relative internal movement due to different fluid velocities.
Symbol: Re
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Colburn's j-factor

​Go Colburn Factor using Chilton Colburn Analogy
jH=Nu(Re)(Pr)13
​Go Colburn J-Factor given Fanning Friction Factor
jH=f2

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How to Evaluate J-Factor for Pipe Flow?

J-Factor for Pipe Flow evaluator uses Colburn's j-factor = 0.023*(Reynolds Number)^(-0.2) to evaluate the Colburn's j-factor, The J-Factor for Pipe Flow formula is defined as a successful and widely used analogy between heat, momentum, and mass transfer. J Factor is a dimensionless factor for heat transfer coefficient for calculating the heat transfer coefficient in the design and performance prediction of heat exchangers. Colburn's j-factor is denoted by jH symbol.

How to evaluate J-Factor for Pipe Flow using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for J-Factor for Pipe Flow, enter Reynolds Number (Re) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on J-Factor for Pipe Flow

What is the formula to find J-Factor for Pipe Flow?
The formula of J-Factor for Pipe Flow is expressed as Colburn's j-factor = 0.023*(Reynolds Number)^(-0.2). Here is an example- 0.004187 = 0.023*(3125)^(-0.2).
How to calculate J-Factor for Pipe Flow?
With Reynolds Number (Re) we can find J-Factor for Pipe Flow using the formula - Colburn's j-factor = 0.023*(Reynolds Number)^(-0.2).
What are the other ways to Calculate Colburn's j-factor?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Colburn's j-factor-
  • Colburn's j-factor=Nusselt Number/((Reynolds Number)*(Prandtl Number)^(1/3))OpenImg
  • Colburn's j-factor=Fanning Friction Factor/2OpenImg
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