Convert ton (refrigeration) to horsepower (boiler)
Please provide values below to convert ton (refrigeration) [ton] to horsepower (boiler) [hp (boiler)], or Convert horsepower (boiler) to ton (refrigeration).
How to Convert Ton (Refrigeration) to Horsepower (Boiler)
1 ton = 0.358496721712538 hp (boiler)
Example: convert 15 ton to hp (boiler):
15 ton = 15 × 0.358496721712538 hp (boiler) = 5.37745082568807 hp (boiler)
Ton (Refrigeration) to Horsepower (Boiler) 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 (Boiler)
Horsepower (boiler) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of energy transfer, specifically indicating the power of steam boilers, equivalent to approximately 33,475 watts.
History/Origin
The boiler horsepower was developed in the late 19th century to standardize the measurement of steam boiler capacity, primarily in the United States, and has been used historically in engineering and industrial applications to quantify boiler power output.
Current Use
Today, boiler horsepower is primarily used in the United States for specifying the capacity of steam boilers in industrial and commercial settings, although it has largely been replaced by SI units like watts or kilowatts in most regions.