Convert ton (refrigeration) to gigawatt
Please provide values below to convert ton (refrigeration) [ton] to gigawatt [GW], or Convert gigawatt to ton (refrigeration).
1 ton = 3.51685284e-06 GW. To convert ton (refrigeration) to gigawatt, multiply the value by 3.51685284e-06; to go the other way, divide by it (1 GW = 284345.136261 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 = 3.51685284e-06 GW
- 1 GW = 284345.136261 ton
- 10 ton = 3.51685284e-05 GW
- 100 ton = 0.000351685284 GW
How to Convert Ton (Refrigeration) to Gigawatt
1 ton = 3.51685284e-06 GW
Example: convert 15 ton to GW:
15 ton = 15 × 3.51685284e-06 GW = 5.27527926e-05 GW
Ton (Refrigeration) to Gigawatt Conversion Table
| ton (refrigeration) | gigawatt |
|---|---|
| 1 ton | 3.51685284e-06 GW |
| 2 ton | 7.03370568e-06 GW |
| 3 ton | 1.055055852e-05 GW |
| 5 ton | 1.75842642e-05 GW |
| 10 ton | 3.51685284e-05 GW |
| 20 ton | 7.03370568e-05 GW |
| 50 ton | 0.000175842642 GW |
| 100 ton | 0.000351685284 GW |
| 500 ton | 0.00175842642 GW |
| 1000 ton | 0.00351685284 GW |
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.
Gigawatt
A gigawatt (GW) is a unit of power equal to one billion watts, used to measure large-scale electrical power generation or consumption.
History/Origin
The gigawatt was introduced as part of the metric system's adoption for expressing large power quantities, particularly in the context of electrical engineering and energy projects, becoming widely used in the 20th century with the growth of large power plants and national grids.
Current Use
Gigawatts are commonly used today to quantify the capacity of power plants, energy production, and national or regional power consumption levels, especially in the context of renewable energy projects and large-scale infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ton (refrigeration) in gigawatt?
1 ton (refrigeration) (ton) = 3.51685284e-06 gigawatt (GW).
How do you convert ton (refrigeration) to gigawatt?
Multiply the ton (refrigeration) value by 3.51685284e-06. For example, 25 ton × 3.51685284e-06 = 8.7921321e-05 GW.
What is 10 ton (refrigeration) in gigawatt?
10 ton = 3.51685284e-05 GW.
Which unit is larger, the ton (refrigeration) or the gigawatt?
The gigawatt is the larger unit: 1 ton equals only 3.51685284e-06 GW.