Kilowatt to Ton of Refrigeration Converter

Convert power in kilowatts (kW) to refrigeration capacity in tons of refrigeration (TR). This calculator helps in determining the equivalent refrigeration capacity needed for a given power input.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

1 TR = 3.517 kW

Where:
1 Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is equivalent to 3.517 kilowatts (kW)

Kilowatt to Ton of Refrigeration Converter Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Kilowatt to Ton of Refrigeration Converter calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the power value in kilowatts (kW) in the input field.
  2. Click the "Calculate" button to convert the value to tons of refrigeration (TR).
  3. The result will be displayed in the corresponding field.
  4. If you need to start over, click the "Reset" button to clear all input fields.

Understanding the Conversion

The conversion from kilowatts to tons of refrigeration is based on the following relationship:

  • 1 Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is approximately equal to 3.517 kilowatts (kW).
  • This conversion factor is derived from the fact that 1 TR is the amount of heat removed by melting 1 ton (2000 pounds) of ice at 0°C in 24 hours, which is equivalent to 3.517 kW.

When to Use This Calculator

This calculator is useful in various applications including:

  • HVAC system design and sizing
  • Refrigeration system capacity planning
  • Energy efficiency calculations
  • Comparing different power sources for refrigeration equipment

Example

If you have a refrigeration system that operates at 10 kW, you can use this calculator to determine its equivalent capacity in tons of refrigeration:

10 kW ÷ 3.517 kW/ton = 2.84 TR