Convert kilocalorie (IT)/second to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert kilocalorie (IT)/second [kcal/s] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to kilocalorie (IT)/second.
1 kcal/s = 1.1904962165 ton. To convert kilocalorie (IT)/second to ton (refrigeration), multiply the value by 1.1904962165; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton = 0.839985869877 kcal/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 kcal/s = 1.1904962165 ton
- 1 ton = 0.839985869877 kcal/s
- 10 kcal/s = 11.904962165 ton
- 100 kcal/s = 119.04962165 ton
How to Convert Kilocalorie (It)/second to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 kcal/s = 1.19049621649793 ton
Example: convert 15 kcal/s to ton:
15 kcal/s = 15 × 1.19049621649793 ton = 17.857443247469 ton
Kilocalorie (It)/second to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
| kilocalorie (IT)/second | ton (refrigeration) |
|---|---|
| 1 kcal/s | 1.1904962165 ton |
| 2 kcal/s | 2.380992433 ton |
| 3 kcal/s | 3.57148864949 ton |
| 5 kcal/s | 5.95248108249 ton |
| 10 kcal/s | 11.904962165 ton |
| 20 kcal/s | 23.80992433 ton |
| 50 kcal/s | 59.5248108249 ton |
| 100 kcal/s | 119.04962165 ton |
| 500 kcal/s | 595.248108249 ton |
| 1000 kcal/s | 1190.4962165 ton |
Kilocalorie (It)/second
A kilocalorie per second (kcal/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which energy in kilocalories is transferred or converted per second.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie, often used in nutrition and thermodynamics, has been a standard unit of energy measurement. Its use in power calculations, such as kcal/s, emerged in contexts requiring energy transfer rates, though it is less common than SI units like watts.
Current Use
Kcal/s is primarily used in specialized fields like thermodynamics and calorimetry to quantify energy transfer rates, especially in contexts involving heat transfer and energy consumption, though it is less prevalent than SI units.
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 kilocalorie (IT)/second in ton (refrigeration)?
1 kilocalorie (IT)/second (kcal/s) = 1.1904962165 ton (refrigeration) (ton).
How do you convert kilocalorie (IT)/second to ton (refrigeration)?
Multiply the kilocalorie (IT)/second value by 1.1904962165. For example, 25 kcal/s × 1.1904962165 = 29.7624054124 ton.
What is 10 kilocalorie (IT)/second in ton (refrigeration)?
10 kcal/s = 11.904962165 ton.
Which unit is larger, the kilocalorie (IT)/second or the ton (refrigeration)?
The kilocalorie (IT)/second is the larger unit: 1 kcal/s = 1.1904962165 ton.