1. What is Wet Bulb Temperature?

Definition: Wet bulb temperature is the lowest temperature that can be reached by evaporating water into the air at constant pressure.

Purpose: It's important in meteorology, HVAC design, and industrial processes where evaporation cooling is involved.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( T_w \) — Wet bulb temperature (°C)
• \( T_d \) — Dry bulb temperature (°C)
• \( RH \) — Relative humidity (%)
• \( T_{w\_approx} \) — Initial approximation of wet bulb temperature (°C)

Explanation: The formula estimates the wet bulb temperature based on the dry bulb temperature, relative humidity, and an initial approximation.

3. Importance of Wet Bulb Temperature

Details: Wet bulb temperature is crucial for understanding human comfort, predicting frost, designing cooling systems, and assessing heat stress in workplaces.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the dry bulb temperature, relative humidity (0-100%), and an initial approximation (default 15°C). The calculator will estimate the wet bulb temperature.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a typical initial approximation value?
A: 15°C is a good starting point for most conditions, but you can adjust based on your specific environment.

Q2: How accurate is this calculation?
A: This is an estimation. For precise measurements, use a psychrometer or more complex thermodynamic formulas.

Q3: What's the relationship between wet bulb and dew point?
A: Wet bulb temperature is always between the dry bulb temperature and dew point temperature.

Q4: Why is wet bulb temperature important for human health?
A: High wet bulb temperatures (above 35°C) can be dangerous as they limit the body's ability to cool through sweating.

Q5: Can this be used for Fahrenheit temperatures?
A: No, this formula is designed for Celsius inputs. Convert Fahrenheit to Celsius first if needed.