1 ton of refrigeration = 3.5169 kW. Handy converter when spec sheets mix US and SI.
Formula
$$ 1 \text{ TR} = 3.5169 \text{ kW} = 12000 \text{ Btu/h} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $TR$ | Ton of refrigeration | kW | 3.5169 |
| $Btu/h$ | British thermal unit per hour | kW | 0.000293 |
Sources
- NIST SP 811.