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Megawatt to Ton of Refrigeration Converter

Convert Megawatts to Tons of Refrigeration

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How to Convert Megawatts to Tons of Refrigeration

Converting megawatts (MW) to tons of refrigeration (TR) is a common conversion. One megawatt is equal to approximately 284.33 tons of refrigeration.

Formula

Tons of Refrigeration = Megawatts × 284.33

or

TR = MW × 284.33

Step-by-step process

  1. Take the measurement in megawatts
  2. Multiply that number by 284.33
  3. The result is the equivalent amount in tons of refrigeration

Examples

  • 1 MW = 284.33 TR
  • 0.003517 MW = 1 TR
  • 0.01 MW = 2.8433 TR

When to Convert Megawatts 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 Megawatts to Tons of Refrigeration Conversions

Here is a table of common megawatt to ton of refrigeration conversions for quick reference:

Megawatts (MW) Tons of Refrigeration (TR) Megawatts (MW) Tons of Refrigeration (TR)
1 284.33 0.001 0.28433
10 2843.3 0.01 2.8433
100 28433 0.1 28.433
1000 284330 1 284.33

Frequently Asked Questions

How many tons of refrigeration are in a megawatt?

There are approximately 284.33 tons of refrigeration in one megawatt.

Why is the conversion factor 284.33?

One megawatt is 1,000,000 watts, and one ton of refrigeration is 3517 watts. Therefore, one megawatt is 1,000,000 / 3517 = 284.33 tons of refrigeration.