Convert horsepower (water) to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (water) [hp (water)] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to horsepower (water).
1 hp (water) = 0.212133698492 ton. To convert horsepower (water) to ton (refrigeration), multiply the value by 0.212133698492; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton = 4.71400822741 hp (water)). 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 (water) = 0.212133698492 ton
- 1 ton = 4.71400822741 hp (water)
- 10 hp (water) = 2.12133698492 ton
- 100 hp (water) = 21.2133698492 ton
How to Convert Horsepower (Water) to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 hp (water) = 0.212133698491632 ton
Example: convert 15 hp (water) to ton:
15 hp (water) = 15 × 0.212133698491632 ton = 3.18200547737448 ton
Horsepower (Water) to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
| horsepower (water) | ton (refrigeration) |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (water) | 0.212133698492 ton |
| 2 hp (water) | 0.424267396983 ton |
| 3 hp (water) | 0.636401095475 ton |
| 5 hp (water) | 1.06066849246 ton |
| 10 hp (water) | 2.12133698492 ton |
| 20 hp (water) | 4.24267396983 ton |
| 50 hp (water) | 10.6066849246 ton |
| 100 hp (water) | 21.2133698492 ton |
| 500 hp (water) | 106.066849246 ton |
| 1000 hp (water) | 212.133698492 ton |
Horsepower (Water)
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.
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 (water) in ton (refrigeration)?
1 horsepower (water) (hp (water)) = 0.212133698492 ton (refrigeration) (ton).
How do you convert horsepower (water) to ton (refrigeration)?
Multiply the horsepower (water) value by 0.212133698492. For example, 25 hp (water) × 0.212133698492 = 5.30334246229 ton.
What is 10 horsepower (water) in ton (refrigeration)?
10 hp (water) = 2.12133698492 ton.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (water) or the ton (refrigeration)?
The ton (refrigeration) is the larger unit: 1 hp (water) equals only 0.212133698492 ton.