Convert pound-foot/minute to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to pound-foot/minute.
1 lbf*ft/min = 6.42533567029e-06 ton. To convert pound-foot/minute to ton (refrigeration), multiply the value by 6.42533567029e-06; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ton = 155633.892347 lbf*ft/min). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 lbf*ft/min = 6.42533567029e-06 ton
- 1 ton = 155633.892347 lbf*ft/min
- 10 lbf*ft/min = 6.42533567029e-05 ton
- 100 lbf*ft/min = 0.000642533567029 ton
How to Convert Pound-Foot/minute to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 lbf*ft/min = 6.42533567028639e-06 ton
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/min to ton:
15 lbf*ft/min = 15 × 6.42533567028639e-06 ton = 9.63800350542959e-05 ton
Pound-Foot/minute to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
| pound-foot/minute | ton (refrigeration) |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf*ft/min | 6.42533567029e-06 ton |
| 2 lbf*ft/min | 1.28506713406e-05 ton |
| 3 lbf*ft/min | 1.92760070109e-05 ton |
| 5 lbf*ft/min | 3.21266783514e-05 ton |
| 10 lbf*ft/min | 6.42533567029e-05 ton |
| 20 lbf*ft/min | 0.000128506713406 ton |
| 50 lbf*ft/min | 0.000321266783514 ton |
| 100 lbf*ft/min | 0.000642533567029 ton |
| 500 lbf*ft/min | 0.00321266783514 ton |
| 1000 lbf*ft/min | 0.00642533567029 ton |
Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.
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 pound-foot/minute in ton (refrigeration)?
1 pound-foot/minute (lbf*ft/min) = 6.42533567029e-06 ton (refrigeration) (ton).
How do you convert pound-foot/minute to ton (refrigeration)?
Multiply the pound-foot/minute value by 6.42533567029e-06. For example, 25 lbf*ft/min × 6.42533567029e-06 = 0.000160633391757 ton.
What is 10 pound-foot/minute in ton (refrigeration)?
10 lbf*ft/min = 6.42533567029e-05 ton.
Which unit is larger, the pound-foot/minute or the ton (refrigeration)?
The ton (refrigeration) is the larger unit: 1 lbf*ft/min equals only 6.42533567029e-06 ton.