Horsepower (mechanical) to Ton of Refrigeration Converter
1 hp = 0.212036 TR
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FORMULA
1 hp = 0.212036 TR
CONVERSION TABLE
| Horsepower (mechanical) (hp) | Ton of Refrigeration (TR) |
|---|---|
| 1 hp | 0.212036 TR |
| 5 hp | 1.0602 TR |
| 10 hp | 2.1204 TR |
| 25 hp | 5.3009 TR |
| 50 hp | 10.6018 TR |
| 100 hp | 21.2036 TR |
| 250 hp | 53.009 TR |
| 500 hp | 106.0181 TR |
| 1,000 hp | 212.0361 TR |
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About Horsepower (mechanical) (hp)
The mechanical horsepower equals approximately 745.7 watts and was defined by James Watt to compare steam engine output to draft horses. Car engines, outboard motors, and lawnmowers in North America are rated in horsepower. A typical family sedan produces 150-200 hp, while Formula 1 engines exceed 1,000 hp.
About Ton of Refrigeration (TR)
One ton of refrigeration equals 12,000 BTU/h (approximately 3.517 kW) and represents the cooling power needed to freeze one short ton of ice in 24 hours. Commercial building HVAC systems, industrial chillers, and ice rink refrigeration plants are rated in tons, with large office buildings requiring 200-500 tons of cooling.
How to Convert Horsepower (mechanical) to Ton of Refrigeration
The conversion formula is: 1 hp = 0.212036 TR. To convert from Horsepower (mechanical) (hp) to Ton of Refrigeration (TR), use the formula above or the interactive converter at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Ton of Refrigeration in 1 Horsepower (mechanical)?
1 Horsepower (mechanical) (hp) equals 0.212036 Ton of Refrigeration (TR).
How to convert Horsepower (mechanical) to Ton of Refrigeration?
Multiply the Horsepower (mechanical) value by 0.212036 to get the equivalent in Ton of Refrigeration. Formula: 1 hp = 0.212036 TR
What is the formula for Horsepower (mechanical) to Ton of Refrigeration conversion?
1 hp = 0.212036 TR