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Kilowatts to Refrigeration Tons: kW to TR Conversion Tool

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kw to refrigeration tons conversion

Convert kilowatts (kW) to refrigeration tons (TR) using TR = kW ÷ 3.517. Includes reverse TR to kW formula, tables, and HVAC cooling capacity guide.

hvac tonnage calculator; cooling load kw to tr

Kilowatts to refrigeration tons are conversion formula TR = kW/3.517. This expression allows speedy and precise cooling capacity of HVAC systems concerning their sizing.

Formula & Table Summary:

kW → TR: TR = kW ÷ 3.517
TR → kW: kW = TR × 3.517
1 TR = 12000 BTU/hr = 3.517 kW

refrigeration kw to tr formula

The kW to Refrigeration Tons Converter aids in converting the cooling capacity, measured in terms of kilowatts (kW) to that of the tons of refrigeration (TR) with ease. The conversion plays a vital necessity in HVAC, industrial cooling, and refrig chill work. A refrigeration ton is a property value named after electric power described as the potential to remove heat at a specific rate necessary to freeze one ton of water in 24 hours (3.517 kW).
In order to convert kW to TR then just apply the following formula:
TR = kW/ 3.517.
In order to convert TR to kW, reverse:
kW =TR.()3.517.
Engineers, technicians and contractors find this tool useful in air conditioner, chillers and refrigeration system sizing. With the knowledge of both kW and TR, you are able to compare international specifications, maximize the ease of system design and to get the right equipment sizing to afford the greatest efficiency and performance.

kilowatts to refrigeration tons

kWTR
3.5171
7.0342
17.5855
35.1710
70.3420

Frequently Asked Questions - kw to refrigeration tons conversion:

What is the formula for kW to TR?

TR = kW ÷ 3.517.

How do I convert TR to kW?

kW = TR × 3.517.

What does 1 TR mean?

It is the cooling capacity to freeze one ton of water in 24 hours.

Is 3.517 exact for 1 TR?

Yes, from 12000 BTU/hr × 0.00029307107 kW/BTU/hr.

Why convert kW to TR?

To match cooling capacity between electrical and HVAC standards.

Can this be used for AC sizing?

Yes, it works for air conditioners, chillers, and refrigeration systems.

Does efficiency change conversion?

No, this is theoretical capacity; actual electrical use will be higher.

How many TR is 50 kW?

50 ÷ 3.517 ≈ 14.22 TR.

What is 5 TR in kW?

5 × 3.517 = 17.585 kW.

Is TR used globally?

Mostly in Asia; many other regions use kW or BTU/hr.

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