Convert Btu (IT)/second to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert Btu (IT)/second [Btu/s] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to Btu (IT)/second.
1 Btu/s = 0.299999999431 ton. To convert Btu (IT)/second to ton (refrigeration), multiply the value by 0.299999999431; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton = 3.33333333965 Btu/s). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 Btu/s = 0.299999999431 ton
- 1 ton = 3.33333333965 Btu/s
- 10 Btu/s = 2.99999999431 ton
- 100 Btu/s = 29.9999999431 ton
How to Convert Btu (It)/second to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 Btu/s = 0.29999999943131 ton
Example: convert 15 Btu/s to ton:
15 Btu/s = 15 × 0.29999999943131 ton = 4.49999999146965 ton
Btu (It)/second to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
| Btu (IT)/second | ton (refrigeration) |
|---|---|
| 1 Btu/s | 0.299999999431 ton |
| 2 Btu/s | 0.599999998863 ton |
| 3 Btu/s | 0.899999998294 ton |
| 5 Btu/s | 1.49999999716 ton |
| 10 Btu/s | 2.99999999431 ton |
| 20 Btu/s | 5.99999998863 ton |
| 50 Btu/s | 14.9999999716 ton |
| 100 Btu/s | 29.9999999431 ton |
| 500 Btu/s | 149.999999716 ton |
| 1000 Btu/s | 299.999999431 ton |
Btu (It)/second
Btu per second (Btu/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion, where one British thermal unit (Btu) is transferred or converted every second.
History/Origin
The Btu (British thermal unit) has been used historically to measure energy, especially in heating and cooling industries. The use of Btu per second as a power unit emerged to quantify energy transfer rates in engineering and scientific contexts, aligning with the broader adoption of the Btu in energy measurement.
Current Use
Btu/s is used primarily in engineering and energy industries to specify power levels, such as in heating, cooling, and energy transfer systems, although it is less common than SI units like watts.
Ton (Refrigeration)
A refrigeration ton is a unit of power used to describe the cooling capacity of air conditioning and refrigeration systems, equivalent to the heat removal of one ton of ice melting in 24 hours.
History/Origin
The refrigeration ton originated in the early 20th century as a practical measure for cooling capacity, based on the amount of heat required to melt one ton of ice over a 24-hour period, approximately 12,000 BTU per hour.
Current Use
It is primarily used in HVAC and refrigeration industries to specify the cooling capacity of air conditioning units and chillers, with 1 refrigeration ton equal to 12,000 BTU/h or approximately 3.517 kilowatts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 Btu (IT)/second in ton (refrigeration)?
1 Btu (IT)/second (Btu/s) = 0.299999999431 ton (refrigeration) (ton).
How do you convert Btu (IT)/second to ton (refrigeration)?
Multiply the Btu (IT)/second value by 0.299999999431. For example, 25 Btu/s × 0.299999999431 = 7.49999998578 ton.
What is 10 Btu (IT)/second in ton (refrigeration)?
10 Btu/s = 2.99999999431 ton.
Which unit is larger, the Btu (IT)/second or the ton (refrigeration)?
The ton (refrigeration) is the larger unit: 1 Btu/s equals only 0.299999999431 ton.