Convert ton (refrigeration) to Btu (IT)/second
Please provide values below to convert ton (refrigeration) [ton] to Btu (IT)/second [Btu/s], or Convert Btu (IT)/second to ton (refrigeration).
1 ton = 3.33333333965 Btu/s. To convert ton (refrigeration) to Btu (IT)/second, multiply the value by 3.33333333965; to go the other way, divide by it (1 Btu/s = 0.299999999431 ton). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ton = 3.33333333965 Btu/s
- 1 Btu/s = 0.299999999431 ton
- 10 ton = 33.3333333965 Btu/s
- 100 ton = 333.333333965 Btu/s
How to Convert Ton (Refrigeration) to Btu (It)/second
1 ton = 3.33333333965211 Btu/s
Example: convert 15 ton to Btu/s:
15 ton = 15 × 3.33333333965211 Btu/s = 50.0000000947817 Btu/s
Ton (Refrigeration) to Btu (It)/second Conversion Table
| ton (refrigeration) | Btu (IT)/second |
|---|---|
| 1 ton | 3.33333333965 Btu/s |
| 2 ton | 6.6666666793 Btu/s |
| 3 ton | 10.000000019 Btu/s |
| 5 ton | 16.6666666983 Btu/s |
| 10 ton | 33.3333333965 Btu/s |
| 20 ton | 66.666666793 Btu/s |
| 50 ton | 166.666666983 Btu/s |
| 100 ton | 333.333333965 Btu/s |
| 500 ton | 1666.66666983 Btu/s |
| 1000 ton | 3333.33333965 Btu/s |
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.
Btu (It)/second
Btu per second (Btu/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion, where one British thermal unit (Btu) is transferred or converted every second.
History/Origin
The Btu (British thermal unit) has been used historically to measure energy, especially in heating and cooling industries. The use of Btu per second as a power unit emerged to quantify energy transfer rates in engineering and scientific contexts, aligning with the broader adoption of the Btu in energy measurement.
Current Use
Btu/s is used primarily in engineering and energy industries to specify power levels, such as in heating, cooling, and energy transfer systems, although it is less common than SI units like watts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ton (refrigeration) in Btu (IT)/second?
1 ton (refrigeration) (ton) = 3.33333333965 Btu (IT)/second (Btu/s).
How do you convert ton (refrigeration) to Btu (IT)/second?
Multiply the ton (refrigeration) value by 3.33333333965. For example, 25 ton × 3.33333333965 = 83.3333334913 Btu/s.
What is 10 ton (refrigeration) in Btu (IT)/second?
10 ton = 33.3333333965 Btu/s.
Which unit is larger, the ton (refrigeration) or the Btu (IT)/second?
The ton (refrigeration) is the larger unit: 1 ton = 3.33333333965 Btu/s.