Convert ton (refrigeration) to foot pound-force/minute
Please provide values below to convert ton (refrigeration) [ton] to foot pound-force/minute [ft*lbf/min], or Convert foot pound-force/minute to ton (refrigeration).
1 ton = 155633.892347 ft*lbf/min. To convert ton (refrigeration) to foot pound-force/minute, multiply the value by 155633.892347; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ft*lbf/min = 6.42533567029e-06 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 = 155633.892347 ft*lbf/min
- 1 ft*lbf/min = 6.42533567029e-06 ton
- 10 ton = 1556338.92347 ft*lbf/min
- 100 ton = 15563389.2347 ft*lbf/min
How to Convert Ton (Refrigeration) to Foot Pound-Force/minute
1 ton = 155633.892346581 ft*lbf/min
Example: convert 15 ton to ft*lbf/min:
15 ton = 15 × 155633.892346581 ft*lbf/min = 2334508.38519872 ft*lbf/min
Ton (Refrigeration) to Foot Pound-Force/minute Conversion Table
| ton (refrigeration) | foot pound-force/minute |
|---|---|
| 1 ton | 155633.892347 ft*lbf/min |
| 2 ton | 311267.784693 ft*lbf/min |
| 3 ton | 466901.67704 ft*lbf/min |
| 5 ton | 778169.461733 ft*lbf/min |
| 10 ton | 1556338.92347 ft*lbf/min |
| 20 ton | 3112677.84693 ft*lbf/min |
| 50 ton | 7781694.61733 ft*lbf/min |
| 100 ton | 15563389.2347 ft*lbf/min |
| 500 ton | 77816946.1733 ft*lbf/min |
| 1000 ton | 155633892.347 ft*lbf/min |
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.
Foot Pound-Force/minute
The foot pound-force per minute (ft*lbf/min) is a unit of power representing the amount of work done in foot-pounds over one minute.
History/Origin
This unit has been used primarily in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in the United States, where imperial units are common. It originated from the foot-pound-force as a measure of work, combined with time to express power.
Current Use
The foot pound-force per minute is still used in certain engineering fields, particularly in the United States, for measuring power in mechanical systems, motors, and torque-related applications where imperial units are standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ton (refrigeration) in foot pound-force/minute?
1 ton (refrigeration) (ton) = 155633.892347 foot pound-force/minute (ft*lbf/min).
How do you convert ton (refrigeration) to foot pound-force/minute?
Multiply the ton (refrigeration) value by 155633.892347. For example, 25 ton × 155633.892347 = 3890847.30866 ft*lbf/min.
What is 10 ton (refrigeration) in foot pound-force/minute?
10 ton = 1556338.92347 ft*lbf/min.
Which unit is larger, the ton (refrigeration) or the foot pound-force/minute?
The ton (refrigeration) is the larger unit: 1 ton = 155633.892347 ft*lbf/min.