Sunday, August 2, 2009

I'm running a thermal test for 4+ hours and it reaches equilibrium. How does ambient effect my temperatures?

I'm running a thermal test on an in-ceiling, insulated-ceiling recessed lighting fixture. After it reaches equilibrium, the temperatures on the unit stay constant at 112 degrees C. The ambient temperature is 27 degrees C. If the ambient temperature was 2 degrees less - 25 degrees C - would the temperatures on the lighting fixture also be 2 degrees less - 110 degrees C??

I'm running a thermal test for 4+ hours and it reaches equilibrium. How does ambient effect my temperatures?
It depends on situation....


If the insulation is perfect (diathermic), Then there ll be no heat transfer and your body will not lose any temperature. Else, it is necessary to pump heat in to it.


Also, if the ambient temperature reduces by 2°C it need not bring your system by 2°C. The heat loss will be more during a small transient state and then it will drop. Your system temperature wont be affected too much.
Reply:No not if you are still pumping heat into it

brenda song

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