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Kilowatts to Refrigeration Tons conversion

Convert kilowatts (kW) 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.

kW → TRTR = kW × 0.28434514
Exact factor1 kW = 0.28434514 TR
TR → kWkW = TR × 3.5168528
iLinear conversion using factor 0.28434514. Prefer the exact factor over rounded multipliers when precision matters.

How to use

1

Choose kW → TR or TR → kW

Use the tabs to switch direction. Forward mode needs kilowatts; reverse uses the opposite unit.

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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 kW

1 kW

1 ÷ 3.5168528
0.284345 TR
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10 kW

10 kW

10 ÷ 3.5168528
2.84345 TR
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50 kW

50 kW

50 ÷ 3.5168528
14.2173 TR
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100 kW

100 kW

100 ÷ 3.5168528
28.4345 TR

Kilowatts 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

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Definition
Kilowatts (kW) converts to TR using a fixed linear factor. Convert kilowatts (kW) to refrigeration tons (RT). Factor: 1 ton ≈ 3.5168525 kW. Formula, examples, and chart.
What it calculates
Value between kW and TR. Switch direction with the converter tabs.
Inputs
  • Kilowatts (kW) or reverse unit (TR)
Outputs
  • Converted value in TR or kW
Formula
TR = kW × 0.28434514 · 1 kW = 0.28434514 TR
Kilowatts to tons conversion table
Kilowatts (kW)Tons (RT)
10.2843
1.758≈0.5
3.517≈1
51.422
7.034≈2
102.843
10.55≈3
17.58≈5
Assumptions
  • Conversion runs locally in the browser; values are not uploaded.
  • Uses the standard factor/definition for these units.
Units
  • kW → TR
  • TR → kW
Boundary conditions
  • Empty or non-numeric input yields no valid result.
  • Non-negative values are expected for physical quantities.
Example
1 kW → 0.284345 TR
Validation cases
  • 1 kW → 0.28434514 TR
  • 10 kW → 2.8434514 TR
  • 50 kW → 14.217257 TR
  • 100 kW → 28.434514 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 Kilowatts to Refrigeration Tons conversion update locally in your browser.

kw Tons to kilowatts › kw Kilowatts to BTU/hr › kw How to convert kW to tons › btu BTU/hr to tons ›

Frequently asked questions

Key distinctions behind the conversion.

How do you convert using Kilowatts to Refrigeration Tons conversion?

Use 1 kW = 0.2843451362610896 TR. Example: 3.517 kW to tons → 3.517 ÷ 3.5168525 ≈ 1.000 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.