Refrigeration tons to Kilowatts formula
kilowatts = refrigeration tons × 3.51685
Multiply the number of refrigeration tons by 3.51685 to get kilowatts. To go the other way, multiply by 0.284345 instead, or use the kw to refrigeration tons converter.
Refrigeration tons to Kilowatts conversion table
Common refrigeration tons to kw values, rounded for reading. The converter above keeps full precision.
| Refrigeration tons | Kilowatts |
|---|---|
| 1 TR | 3.51685 kW |
| 10 TR | 35.1685 kW |
| 50 TR | 175.843 kW |
| 100 TR | 351.685 kW |
| 250 TR | 879.213 kW |
| 500 TR | 1,758.43 kW |
| 750 TR | 2,637.64 kW |
| 1,000 TR | 3,516.85 kW |
| 1,500 TR | 5,275.28 kW |
| 2,000 TR | 7,033.71 kW |
| 5,000 TR | 17,584.3 kW |
| 10,000 TR | 35,168.5 kW |
| 12,000 TR | 42,202.2 kW |
| 18,000 TR | 63,303.4 kW |
| 24,000 TR | 84,404.5 kW |
Worked example
To convert 500 TR to kilowatts, multiply by 3.51685: the result is 1,758.43 kW. Mechanical horsepower and metric horsepower are different units. BTU per hour is a power rate; BTU by itself is energy.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilowatts are in a refrigeration ton?
One refrigeration ton equals 3.51685 kilowatts (1 TR = 3.51685 kW).
What is 500 refrigeration tons in kilowatts?
500 TR converts to 1,758.43 kW. Enter any other value in the converter above to see it recalculated instantly.
How do I convert kilowatts back to refrigeration tons?
Reverse the calculation: one kilowatt equals 0.284345 refrigeration tons. You can also swap the units in the converter or open the kw to refrigeration tons page.
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