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The LP Gas BTU Calculator estimates heat output from liquefied propane gas flow rate. It calculates British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/h) based on cubic feet per hour (CFH) of gas flow, using the standard conversion factor for propane.
The calculator uses the LP gas BTU formula:
Where:
Explanation: Propane contains approximately 2,520 BTU per cubic foot of gas. This calculator multiplies the flow rate by this energy density to determine total heat output.
Details: Accurate BTU calculation is essential for sizing heating equipment, determining fuel consumption rates, and ensuring proper system performance for LP gas applications including heating, cooking, and industrial processes.
Tips: Enter gas flow rate in cubic feet per hour (CFH). The value must be greater than zero. The calculator will automatically compute the corresponding BTU per hour output.
Q1: What is the energy content of propane?
A: Propane contains approximately 2,520 BTU per cubic foot of gas, which is the standard conversion factor used in this calculation.
Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This provides a standard estimation. Actual BTU output may vary slightly based on gas purity, temperature, pressure, and combustion efficiency.
Q3: Can this be used for natural gas?
A: No, natural gas has a different energy density (approximately 1,030 BTU per cubic foot). Use a natural gas-specific calculator for accurate results.
Q4: What applications use this calculation?
A: This calculation is used for propane heaters, furnaces, water heaters, generators, and any LP gas-powered equipment where heat output needs to be determined.
Q5: How do I measure CFH?
A: CFH can be measured using gas flow meters or calculated from equipment specifications and operating parameters provided by manufacturers.