Convert kilocalorie (th)/second to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert kilocalorie (th)/second [kcal(th)/s] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to kilocalorie (th)/second.
How to Convert Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 kcal(th)/s = 1.1897000501164 ton
Example: convert 15 kcal(th)/s to ton:
15 kcal(th)/s = 15 × 1.1897000501164 ton = 17.845500751746 ton
Kilocalorie (Th)/second to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
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Kilocalorie (Th)/second
A kilocalorie (th)/second (kcal(th)/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which energy in kilocalories per second is transferred or converted.
History/Origin
The kilocalorie (th) is a traditional unit of energy used primarily in nutrition and thermodynamics, with 'th' indicating the thermochemical definition. Its use in power measurements, such as kcal(th)/s, is less common and primarily for specialized scientific contexts.
Current Use
The unit kcal(th)/s is rarely used in modern practice; power is more commonly expressed in watts. When used, it typically appears in scientific research involving energy transfer rates in thermochemical processes or specialized engineering applications.
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.