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BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons conversion

Convert BTU per hour to refrigeration tons (RT). Free online tool — no sign-up. Clear formulas and worked examples. Runs locally in your browser.

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Formulas

Core equations used by this converter.

BTU/h → TRTR = BTU/h × 8.33333e-05
Exact factor1 BTU/h = 8.33333e-05 TR
TR → BTU/hBTU/h = TR × 12000
iLinear conversion using factor 8.33333e-05. Prefer the exact factor over rounded multipliers when precision matters.

How to use

1

Choose BTU/h → TR or TR → BTU/h

Use the tabs to switch direction. Forward mode needs btu/h; reverse uses the opposite unit.

2

Enter the value

Type a non-negative value in the active unit field.

3

Convert and read the result

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Example conversions

Common values with formula and result.

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1 BTU/h

1 BTU/h

1 ÷ 12000
8.33333e-05 TR
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10 BTU/h

10 BTU/h

10 ÷ 12000
0.000833333 TR
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50 BTU/h

50 BTU/h

50 ÷ 12000
0.00416667 TR
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100 BTU/h

100 BTU/h

100 ÷ 12000
0.00833333 TR

BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons conversion specification

Version 1.1.0 · Engine tested

Calculation status
  • Engine tested 4 published cases
  • Named expert review Not performed
  • Calculation version 1.1.0

Review policy

Definition
BTU/h (BTU/h) converts to TR using a fixed linear factor. Convert BTU per hour to refrigeration tons (RT). Factor: 1 ton = 12,000 BTU/hr. Formula, examples, and chart.
What it calculates
Value between BTU/h and TR. Switch direction with the converter tabs.
Inputs
  • BTU/h (BTU/h) or reverse unit (TR)
Outputs
  • Converted value in TR or BTU/h
Formula
TR = BTU/h × 8.33333e-05 · 1 BTU/h = 8.33333e-05 TR
BTU/hr to tons conversion table
BTU/hrTons (RT)
6,0000.5
12,0001
18,0001.5
24,0002
30,0002.5
36,0003
48,0004
60,0005
Assumptions
  • Conversion runs locally in the browser; values are not uploaded.
  • Uses the standard factor/definition for these units.
Units
  • BTU/h → TR
  • TR → BTU/h
Boundary conditions
  • Empty or non-numeric input yields no valid result.
  • Non-negative values are expected for physical quantities.
Example
1 BTU/h → 8.33333e-05 TR
Validation cases
  • 1 BTU/h → 8.33333e-05 TR
  • 10 BTU/h → 0.00083333333 TR
  • 50 BTU/h → 0.0041666667 TR
  • 100 BTU/h → 0.0083333333 TR
Sources
  • SI / international unit definitions where applicable
  • CalculatorX conversion factors (local runtime)
Calculation version
1.1.0

Background

Interpretation and common distinctions.

Use the converter tabs to switch direction when available. Results for BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons conversion update locally in your browser.

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Frequently asked questions

Key distinctions behind the conversion.

How do you convert using BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons conversion?

Use 1 BTU/h = 0.00008333333333333333 TR. Example: 12,000 BTU/hr to tons → 1 ton.

Can I switch direction?

Use the converter tabs when available, or open the related reverse tool from Related.

Does this run online or locally?

Calculation runs locally in your browser. Values are not uploaded.

How precise are the results?

Results follow the formulas on this page. Round to the precision your use case needs.