BTU per Hour to Ton of Refrigeration Converter
Convert BTU per Hour to Tons of Refrigeration
Quick Conversions
How to Convert BTU per Hour to Tons of Refrigeration
Converting British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/h) to tons of refrigeration (TR) is a common conversion in HVAC and refrigeration systems. One BTU/h is equal to approximately 0.00028433 tons of refrigeration.
Formula
Tons of Refrigeration = BTU/h × 0.00028433
or
TR = BTU/h × 0.00028433
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in BTU/h
- Multiply that number by 0.00028433
- The result is the equivalent amount in tons of refrigeration
Examples
- 1 BTU/h = 0.00028433 TR
- 1000 BTU/h = 0.28433 TR
- 3517 BTU/h = 1 TR
When to Convert BTU per Hour to Tons of Refrigeration
This conversion is essential for sizing and selecting refrigeration and air conditioning equipment, as well as for calculating cooling loads in various applications.
Common BTU per Hour to Tons of Refrigeration Conversions
Here is a table of common BTU per hour to ton of refrigeration conversions for quick reference:
| BTU/h | Tons of Refrigeration (TR) | BTU/h | Tons of Refrigeration (TR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00028433 | 1000 | 0.28433 |
| 10 | 0.0028433 | 10,000 | 2.8433 |
| 100 | 0.028433 | 100,000 | 28.433 |
| 1000 | 0.28433 | 1,000,000 | 284.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tons of refrigeration are in a BTU per hour?
There are approximately 0.00028433 tons of refrigeration in one BTU per hour.
Why is the conversion factor 0.00028433?
One ton of refrigeration is defined as the rate of heat removal required to freeze 1 short ton (2000 pounds) of water at 0°C (32°F) in 24 hours. This is equivalent to 3517 watts, and one watt is approximately 3.41214 BTU/h. Therefore, one BTU/h is 1 / 3.41214 = 0.293071 watts, and 0.293071 / 3517 = 0.00008333 tons of refrigeration. The conversion factor 0.00028433 is an approximation.