Convert Tons Of Refrigeration (TR) to Kilowatts (kW)
1 ton of refrigeration equals 3.51685 kilowatts.
Ton Of Refrigeration to Kilowatt Converter
How to Convert Ton Of Refrigeration to Kilowatt
1 ton of refrigeration = 3.51685 kilowatts
Kilowatt = Ton Of Refrigeration × 3.51685
Example: 1 TR × 3.51685 = 3.51685 kW
Reverse Conversion
To convert kilowatts back to tons of refrigeration:
- Remember, 1 kilowatt equals 0.284345 tons of refrigeration.
- To convert 3.51685 kW to TR, multiply
3.51685 x 0.284345, resulting in1 TR.
Common Ton Of Refrigeration to Kilowatt Conversions
| Ton Of Refrigeration | Kilowatt | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ton of refrigeration | 3.51685 kilowatts | |
| 5 tons of refrigeration | 17.5843 kilowatts | |
| 10 tons of refrigeration | 35.1685 kilowatts | |
| 25 tons of refrigeration | 87.9213 kilowatts |
| Ton Of Refrigeration | Kilowatt | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 50 tons of refrigeration | 175.843 kilowatts | |
| 100 tons of refrigeration | 351.685 kilowatts | |
| 500 tons of refrigeration | 1758.43 kilowatts | |
| 1000 tons of refrigeration | 3516.85 kilowatts |
Tons of refrigeration to kilowatts Conversion Table
Reference table with common tons of refrigeration to kilowatts conversions. All values calculated with high precision.
Tons Of Refrigeration to Kilowatts Table
0.0001 to 12
Tons Of Refrigeration to Kilowatts Table
1 to 100000
Kilowatts to Tons Of Refrigeration Table
0.001 to 5
Kilowatts to Tons Of Refrigeration Table
10 to 1000000
Definition of Ton Of Refrigeration
- Definition
- Cooling power required to freeze one short ton of water at 0 °C in 24 hours.
- Exact factor
- 1 TR = 12,000 Btu/h = 3.5168525 kW
- Sources
- ASHRAE — Refrigeration Fundamentals
Definition of Kilowatt
- Definition
- SI multiple equal to one thousand watts.
- Exact factor
- 1 kW = 10³ W
- Sources
- BIPM — SI Brochure
About the Ton Of Refrigeration
Facts & Uses
- Industry-standard cooling power unit for refrigeration and air conditioning.
- 1 TR = 12,000 Btu/h = 3.5168525 kW.
- Used globally to rate chillers, cooling towers, and A/C systems.
Curiosities
- Originates from the heat needed to freeze one short ton (2000 lb) of water in 24 hours.
- 1 ton of cooling ≈ 3.5 kW, roughly equal to a medium home A/C system.
About the Kilowatt
Facts & Uses
- Standard power rating in electrical systems and appliances.
- Used for electric vehicle motors, solar panels, and power plants.
- 1 kW = 1000 W ≈ 1.341 hp.
Curiosities
- Household appliances typically consume hundreds to thousands of watts.
- Electricity bills are based on energy in kilowatt-hours (kWh).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many kilowatts are in one ton of refrigeration?
One ton of refrigeration equals 3.51685 kilowatts. To convert, multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 3.51685. For the reverse, divide the kilowatt value by 3.51685 (or multiply by 0.284345).
What is 10 tons of refrigeration in kilowatts?
10 tons of refrigeration = 35.169 kilowatts. This is one of the most commonly searched conversions for this pair.
How precise is the ton of refrigeration-to-kilowatt conversion?
The factor 3.51685 is accurate to 6 significant figures, derived from international measurement standards. Our calculator uses full precision internally.
Looking for the reverse? Convert Kilowatt to Ton Of Refrigeration
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