1. Scope
This method describes the measurement of the net heat flux normal to a surface using flat gages mounted onto the surface. Conduction heat flux is not the focus of this standard. Conduction applications related to insulation materials are covered by C 518, C 1041, and C 1046.
The sensors covered by this standard all use a measurement of the temperature difference between two parallel planes normal to the surface to determine the heat that is exchanged to or from the surface in keeping with FourierĘs Law. The gages operate by the same principles for heat transfer in either direction.
No standards exist for these sensonrs, which are becoming widely used in industry and government labs.
Keywords
RTD Heat Flux Sensors Thermopile Heat Flux Sensors Micro-Foil gage
The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.
Citing ASTM Standards
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