Convert ton (refrigeration) to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert ton (refrigeration) [ton] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to ton (refrigeration).
How to Convert Ton (Refrigeration) to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 ton = 4.71617653211747 hp
Example: convert 15 ton to hp:
15 ton = 15 × 4.71617653211747 hp = 70.7426479817621 hp
Ton (Refrigeration) to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
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Ton (Refrigeration)
A refrigeration ton is a unit of power used to describe the cooling capacity of air conditioning and refrigeration systems, equivalent to the heat removal of one ton of ice melting in 24 hours.
History/Origin
The refrigeration ton originated in the early 20th century as a practical measure for cooling capacity, based on the amount of heat required to melt one ton of ice over a 24-hour period, approximately 12,000 BTU per hour.
Current Use
It is primarily used in HVAC and refrigeration industries to specify the cooling capacity of air conditioning units and chillers, with 1 refrigeration ton equal to 12,000 BTU/h or approximately 3.517 kilowatts.
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.