Effects of propylene glycol on heat transfer efficiency

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The discussion focuses on calculating the heat loss efficiency of propylene glycol compared to water in heat transfer fluids, with water considered as the baseline at 100% efficiency. Participants emphasize the need for reliable data points to formulate an equation rather than relying on arbitrary figures. Resources, including a link to Dow's thermal conductivity data for aqueous solutions, are shared to aid in the research. The importance of using precise terminology in searches for relevant information is also highlighted. Overall, the conversation centers on understanding the impact of propylene glycol on heat transfer efficiency.
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I'm trying to calculate the heat loss of efficiency due to increasing the mixture of propylene glycol in a heat transfer fluid compared to water.. For this I'm saying that water has a heat transfer efficiency of 100% (relative only)

Im looking for multiple data points to create an equation not just random numbers.
 
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Bandit127 said:
Much as I don't like just giving out plain answers and would much prefer to provide 'food for thought', I found your answer while looking for the 'food for thought'.
https://dow-answer.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4815/~/lttf---thermal-conductivity-of-aqueous-solutions-of-dowfrost---english-units

I searched Google for propylene glycol solution thermal conductivity

Thanks! I tried googling but was not using the right words!
 
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