Air Cross-Flow Over Pipes: HTC Calculator

Forced convection of air flowing across the outside of a single pipe. Enter pipe temperatures, air temperature, pipe diameter, and air velocity.

Pipe Initial Temperature °C

Pipe Final Temperature °C

Air Temperature °C

Film Temp. Method

Pipe Outer Diameter m

Air Velocity m/s

Results

Reference: ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals

Disclaimer: Results are for educational and reference purposes only. CANETCO makes no warranty as to the accuracy of these calculations for any specific application. Always verify results with a qualified licensed engineer before use in design, construction, or any professional application. CANETCO accepts no liability for decisions made based on outputs from this calculator.

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