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Heat Transfer

W/(cm·K)tokW/(m·K)

Convert watts per centimetre-kelvin (W/(cm·K)) to kilowatts per metre-kelvin (kW/(m·K)).

Factor1 W/(cm·K) = 0.1 kW/(m·K)

Converter

W/(cm·K)

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1kW/(m·K)

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kW/(m·K) = W/(cm·K) × 0.1

Multiply any value in watts per centimetre-kelvin by 0.1 to obtain the value in kilowatts per metre-kelvin.

Worked example

Convert 10 W/(cm·K) to kW/(m·K).

  1. 01Start with 10 W/(cm·K).
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 0.1 = 1 kW/(m·K).
Result10 W/(cm·K) = 1 kW/(m·K)

Conversion table

W/(cm·K)kW/(m·K)
10.1
20.2
50.5
101
202
505
10010
20020
50050
1000100

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from W/(cm·K) to kW/(m·K)?
1 W/(cm·K) equals 0.1 kW/(m·K). To convert, multiply the value in watts per centimetre-kelvin by 0.1.
How do I convert 1 W/(cm·K) to kW/(m·K)?
1 W/(cm·K) = 0.1 kW/(m·K). For any value, multiply by 0.1.
How do I convert kW/(m·K) back to W/(cm·K)?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 10. So 1 kW/(m·K) = 10 W/(cm·K).
When would I need to convert watt per centimetre-kelvin to kilowatt per metre-kelvin?
Thermal conductivity conversions between W/(cm·K) and kW/(m·K) are common in insulation specification, heat-exchanger design, and building-envelope analysis. SI units (W/(m·K)) appear in international standards and simulation tools, while BTU/(hr·ft·°F) is standard in US codes and vendor datasheets.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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