Convert kilovolt ampere to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert kilovolt ampere [kV*A] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to kilovolt ampere.
1 kV*A = 0.284345136261 ton. To convert kilovolt ampere to ton (refrigeration), multiply the value by 0.284345136261; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton = 3.51685284 kV*A). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kV*A = 0.284345136261 ton
- 1 ton = 3.51685284 kV*A
- 10 kV*A = 2.84345136261 ton
- 100 kV*A = 28.4345136261 ton
How to Convert Kilovolt Ampere to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 kV*A = 0.28434513626109 ton
Example: convert 15 kV*A to ton:
15 kV*A = 15 × 0.28434513626109 ton = 4.26517704391634 ton
Kilovolt Ampere to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
| kilovolt ampere | ton (refrigeration) |
|---|---|
| 1 kV*A | 0.284345136261 ton |
| 2 kV*A | 0.568690272522 ton |
| 3 kV*A | 0.853035408783 ton |
| 5 kV*A | 1.42172568131 ton |
| 10 kV*A | 2.84345136261 ton |
| 20 kV*A | 5.68690272522 ton |
| 50 kV*A | 14.2172568131 ton |
| 100 kV*A | 28.4345136261 ton |
| 500 kV*A | 142.172568131 ton |
| 1000 kV*A | 284.345136261 ton |
Kilovolt Ampere
A kilovolt ampere (kV·A) is a unit of apparent power in an electrical circuit, equal to 1,000 volt-amperes, representing the product of voltage in kilovolts and current in amperes.
History/Origin
The kilovolt ampere emerged as a standard unit for measuring apparent power in electrical engineering, especially with the adoption of the SI system, to quantify the capacity of electrical equipment such as transformers and generators.
Current Use
Today, the kilovolt ampere is widely used in power systems to specify the capacity of electrical devices, particularly in the context of transformers, generators, and power distribution systems, facilitating the design and analysis of electrical networks.
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 kilovolt ampere in ton (refrigeration)?
1 kilovolt ampere (kV*A) = 0.284345136261 ton (refrigeration) (ton).
How do you convert kilovolt ampere to ton (refrigeration)?
Multiply the kilovolt ampere value by 0.284345136261. For example, 25 kV*A × 0.284345136261 = 7.10862840653 ton.
What is 10 kilovolt ampere in ton (refrigeration)?
10 kV*A = 2.84345136261 ton.
Which unit is larger, the kilovolt ampere or the ton (refrigeration)?
The ton (refrigeration) is the larger unit: 1 kV*A equals only 0.284345136261 ton.