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Refrigeration Tons to Kilowatts conversion

Convert refrigeration tons (RT) to kilowatts (kW). 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.

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

How to use

1

Choose TR → kW or kW → TR

Use the tabs to switch direction. Forward mode needs tons of refrigeration; 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 TR

1 TR

1 × 3.5168528
3.51685 kW
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10 TR

10 TR

10 × 3.5168528
35.1685 kW
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50 TR

50 TR

50 × 3.5168528
175.843 kW
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100 TR

100 TR

100 × 3.5168528
351.685 kW

Refrigeration Tons to Kilowatts 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
Tons of refrigeration (TR) converts to kW using a fixed linear factor. Convert refrigeration tons (RT) to kilowatts (kW). Factor: 1 ton ≈ 3.5168525 kW (12,000 BTU/hr). Formula, examples, and chart.
What it calculates
Value between TR and kW. Switch direction with the converter tabs.
Inputs
  • Tons of refrigeration (TR) or reverse unit (kW)
Outputs
  • Converted value in kW or TR
Formula
kW = TR × 3.5168528 · 1 TR = 3.5168528 kW
Tons to kilowatts conversion table
Tons (RT)Kilowatts (kW)
0.51.7584
13.5168525
1.55.2753
27.033705
2.58.7921
310.5505575
414.06741
517.5842625
1035.168525
Assumptions
  • Conversion runs locally in the browser; values are not uploaded.
  • Uses the standard factor/definition for these units.
Units
  • TR → kW
  • kW → TR
Boundary conditions
  • Empty or non-numeric input yields no valid result.
  • Non-negative values are expected for physical quantities.
Example
1 TR → 3.51685 kW
Validation cases
  • 1 TR → 3.5168528 kW
  • 10 TR → 35.168528 kW
  • 50 TR → 175.84264 kW
  • 100 TR → 351.68528 kW
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 Refrigeration Tons to Kilowatts conversion update locally in your browser.

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

Frequently asked questions

Key distinctions behind the conversion.

How do you convert using Refrigeration Tons to Kilowatts conversion?

Use 1 TR = 3.51685284 kW. Example: 1 ton to kW → 3.5168525 kW.

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.