KW Liquid Tank Heating: Calculation Form

To determine kW required to raise the temperature of any liquid, complete the fields below. Do not alter fields marked in red. This calculation does not allow for heat losses. Go to: Heat Loss Calculation and add losses to heat‑up requirements.

Volume / Surface Area Calculator
Tank Type
Tank Height (Feet)
Volume (Cubic Feet)
Area (Square Feet)
Select The Liquid to Heat
Density (lbs/ft3)
LBS/GAL
Specific Heat (BTU/lb/°F)
** Gallons:
Weight:
Design Temperature:
Start‑up Temperature:
Hours to Temperature:
** Leave Gallons Blank When Using The Volume Calculator on The Left!
* Calculation includes a 15% safety factor.
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