Convert horsepower (boiler) to ton (refrigeration)

Please provide values below to convert horsepower (boiler) [hp (boiler)] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to horsepower (boiler).

1 hp (boiler) = 2.78942578672 ton. To convert horsepower (boiler) to ton (refrigeration), multiply the value by 2.78942578672; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton = 0.358496721713 hp (boiler)). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.

Quick Reference

  • 1 hp (boiler) = 2.78942578672 ton
  • 1 ton = 0.358496721713 hp (boiler)
  • 10 hp (boiler) = 27.8942578672 ton
  • 100 hp (boiler) = 278.942578672 ton



How to Convert Horsepower (Boiler) to Ton (Refrigeration)

1 hp (boiler) = 2.78942578672129 ton

Example: convert 15 hp (boiler) to ton:
15 hp (boiler) = 15 × 2.78942578672129 ton = 41.8413868008193 ton


Horsepower (Boiler) to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table

horsepower (boiler) ton (refrigeration)
1 hp (boiler) 2.78942578672 ton
2 hp (boiler) 5.57885157344 ton
3 hp (boiler) 8.36827736016 ton
5 hp (boiler) 13.9471289336 ton
10 hp (boiler) 27.8942578672 ton
20 hp (boiler) 55.7885157344 ton
50 hp (boiler) 139.471289336 ton
100 hp (boiler) 278.942578672 ton
500 hp (boiler) 1394.71289336 ton
1000 hp (boiler) 2789.42578672 ton

Horsepower (Boiler)

Horsepower (boiler) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of energy transfer, specifically indicating the power of steam boilers, equivalent to approximately 33,475 watts.

History/Origin

The boiler horsepower was developed in the late 19th century to standardize the measurement of steam boiler capacity, primarily in the United States, and has been used historically in engineering and industrial applications to quantify boiler power output.

Current Use

Today, boiler horsepower is primarily used in the United States for specifying the capacity of steam boilers in industrial and commercial settings, although it has largely been replaced by SI units like watts or kilowatts in most regions.


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 horsepower (boiler) in ton (refrigeration)?

1 horsepower (boiler) (hp (boiler)) = 2.78942578672 ton (refrigeration) (ton).

How do you convert horsepower (boiler) to ton (refrigeration)?

Multiply the horsepower (boiler) value by 2.78942578672. For example, 25 hp (boiler) × 2.78942578672 = 69.735644668 ton.

What is 10 horsepower (boiler) in ton (refrigeration)?

10 hp (boiler) = 27.8942578672 ton.

Which unit is larger, the horsepower (boiler) or the ton (refrigeration)?

The horsepower (boiler) is the larger unit: 1 hp (boiler) = 2.78942578672 ton.



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