Tons of Refrigeration (TR)	Kilowatts (kW)
1 TR	3.5169 kW
2 TR	7.0337 kW
5 TR	17.5843 kW
10 TR	35.1685 kW
25 TR	87.9213 kW
50 TR	175.8426 kW
100 TR	351.6853 kW
250 TR	879.2132 kW
500 TR	1758.43 kW
1000 TR	3516.85 kW

Convert Tons of Refrigeration to Kilowatts

Convert tons of refrigeration to kilowatts (TR to kW) with our instant calculator. 1 TR = 3.516853 kW. Includes exact formula and reference tables.

How to Convert Tons of Refrigeration to Kilowatts (TR to kW)

1 Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is equal to 3.516853 Kilowatts (kW). Multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 3.516852842

Quick Answer 1 TR = 3.516853 kW

Formula kW = TR × 3.516852842

Inverse Factor 1 kW = 0.284345 TR

Unit Definitions & Metrology Context

The SI unit of power is the watt (W), equal to 1 joule per second. 1 mechanical horsepower equals ~745.7 watts.

About Tons of Refrigeration (TR): Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is widely used in 12,000 btu/h (ac & heat pump cooling). Relative to the power base unit, 1 TR equals 3516.852842 Watts (W).

About Kilowatts (kW): Kilowatt (kW) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is a standard everyday unit of power measurement. Relative to the power base unit, 1 kW equals 1000 Watts (W).

Need to convert in the opposite direction? Visit our Convert Kilowatts to Tons of Refrigeration (kW to TR) calculator (1 kW = 0.284345 TR).

Step-by-Step Worked Examples (TR to kW)

Convert 5 Tons of Refrigeration to Kilowatts: Applying the formula (kW = TR × 3.516852842): starting with 5 TR, multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 3.516852842 to get 17.5843 kW.
Convert 10 Tons of Refrigeration to Kilowatts: Applying the formula (kW = TR × 3.516852842): starting with 10 TR, multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 3.516852842 to get 35.1685 kW.
Convert 50 Tons of Refrigeration to Kilowatts: Applying the formula (kW = TR × 3.516852842): starting with 50 TR, multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 3.516852842 to get 175.8426 kW.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Verified answers and formulas for converting tons of refrigeration to kilowatts.

How many kilowatts are in 1 ton of refrigeration?

There are 3.516853 kilowatts (kW) in 1 ton of refrigeration (TR). Conversely, 1 kilowatt equals 0.284345 tons of refrigeration.

How do you convert tons of refrigeration to kilowatts?

To convert tons of refrigeration (TR) to kilowatts (kW), use the formula: kW = TR × 3.516852842. Multiply the ton of refrigeration value by 3.516852842. For example, 10 TR equals 35.1685 kW.

How do I convert back from kilowatts to tons of refrigeration?

To convert in the reverse direction from kilowatts (kW) to tons of refrigeration (TR), use the inverse formula: TR = kW × 0.2843451361. Multiply the kilowatt value by 0.2843451361 (1 kW = 0.284345 TR).

What is the difference between ton of refrigeration (TR) and kilowatt (kW)?

Both ton of refrigeration and kilowatt measure power. Ton of Refrigeration (TR) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is widely used in 12,000 btu/h (ac & heat pump cooling). Relative to the power base unit, 1 TR equals 3516.852842 Watts (W). Kilowatt (kW) is a unit in the Power measurement category. It is a standard everyday unit of power measurement. Relative to the power base unit, 1 kW equals 1000 Watts (W).

How many watts are in 1 horsepower?

1 mechanical (imperial) horsepower equals approximately 745.7 watts. 1 metric horsepower (PS) equals ~735.5 watts.