Condução Parede
- Created by
- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
- Reviewed by
- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
Last updated: Apr 18, 2026
Formula
Fourier
About this calculator
The Wall Heat Conduction Calculator is a tool that helps determine the heat transfer rate (Q̇) in a wall, considering the thermal conductivity (k), the wall area (A), the temperature difference (ΔT) and the wall thickness (L).
The formula used to calculate Q̇ is based on the heat conduction principle, described by Jean-Baptiste Fourier, which establishes that the heat transfer rate is directly proportional to the thermal conductivity, the wall area and the temperature difference, and inversely proportional to the wall thickness.
The Wall Heat Conduction Calculator is useful in various situations, such as designing heating and cooling systems, evaluating the efficiency of insulation in buildings and determining the need for additional insulation in specific areas.
However, it is essential to consider precautions when using this tool, such as the accuracy of the thermal conductivity information and the possibility of errors in measuring the wall thickness.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula used by the Wall Heat Conduction Calculator?
The formula used is Q̇ = kA·ΔT/L, where Q̇ is the heat transfer rate, k is the thermal conductivity, A is the wall area, ΔT is the temperature difference and L is the wall thickness.
What precautions should I take when using the Wall Heat Conduction Calculator?
It is essential to consider the accuracy of the thermal conductivity information and the possibility of errors in measuring the wall thickness.
In which situations is the Wall Heat Conduction Calculator useful?
This tool is useful in situations such as designing heating and cooling systems, evaluating the efficiency of insulation in buildings and determining the need for additional insulation in specific areas.
What is the Wall Heat Conduction Calculator?
The Wall Heat Conduction Calculator is a tool that helps determine the heat transfer rate in a wall.