What is the Thermal Conductivity of Cast Iron Across Different Temperatures?

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The thermal conductivity of cast iron is approximately 47-55 W/mK, which remains relatively consistent across a wide range of temperatures. This value is distinct from regular iron, which has a thermal conductivity of around 80 W/mK. The discussion highlights the need for clarity in units and definitions, particularly when discussing thermal conductivity in percentage terms for quality assessments. Participants emphasize the importance of referencing reliable sources to validate these thermal conductivity values.

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Hi all,

I remember reading somewhere that Cast iron in general has a uniform thermal conductivity k of approx. 47-55, and this remains the same for a wide range of temperatures,

im not sure if this is correct, if anyone has any information on this subject, that would be great, if i could ask for links to prove your points too. Thanks.

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K has Units, in fact it can appear in a dazzeling array of different units. What are yours?

a quick web search showed up 80 \frac {W} {m K^o}
 
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has anyone seen conductivity in a percent? that is what the quality department uses and i need specific heat. any ideas? i tried to figure out the units but cant
 
ECU0406 said:
has anyone seen conductivity in a percent? that is what the quality department uses and i need specific heat. any ideas? i tried to figure out the units but cant
Do you have a reference or link for this? That will make it easier to help.
 
i guess we can't attach excel spreadsheets which sucks but here it is in word. the conductivity formula is at the bottom. the quality guy here isn't any help. he's been here for 40 yrs and can't tell me how things work
 

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Unfortunately, without the formulas associated with the percentage cell we cannot say much. Definitions of the other columns would be informative.
 
i elaborated, everything should be there now
 

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