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I know that I need to use the Q=UA dT equation because I am assuming that the fluid is static. I am currently an intern in an engineering firm. I have not taken Heat Transfer yet. The engineer I would normally direct these questions to is on vacation until next monday. I was also told to...

I am trying to determine the heat loss from an insulated tank. The insulation is calcium silicate with a 2.5" thickness. The tank construction is cyllindrical 14' ID, 24' ht, carbon steel construction with 0.5" thickness. The product is 50% NaOH, so the idea is to use an electrical heater...

Sorry about that, this is my first day on here. thanks for the link.

I am trying to determine the heat loss from an insulated tank. The insulation is calcium silicate with a 2.5" thickness. The tank construction is cyllindrical 14' ID, 24' ht, carbon steel construction with 0.5" thickness. The product is 50% NaOH, so the idea is to use an electrical heater...