Convert horsepower (water) to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (water) [hp (water)] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to horsepower (water).
How to Convert Horsepower (Water) to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 hp (water) = 0.212133698491632 ton
Example: convert 15 hp (water) to ton:
15 hp (water) = 15 × 0.212133698491632 ton = 3.18200547737448 ton
Horsepower (Water) to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
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Horsepower (Water)
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.
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.