Bimetallic Strips

Bending of bimetallic strips due to heat

Bimetallic strips are subject to bending due to heat.

 

bimetallic strips

Bending can be calculated as

s = α L2 dt / t    (1)

where

s = bending (m)

α = 14 10-6 K-1 (check manufacturers catalogues and specifications)

L = length of bimetallic strip (m)

dt = temperature differance (oC)

t = thichness of bimetallic strip (m)

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