Convert BTU/h to tons
1 BTU/h = 0.0000833333 TR
1 TR = 12,000 BTU/h
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How to convert BTU/h to tons
Divide the value in BTU/h by 12,000 to get tons. As a formula: TR = BTU/h ÷ 12,000
Good to know
A ton of refrigeration is defined as 12,000 BTU per hour — the cooling from melting one short ton of ice over a day. A 24,000 BTU air conditioner is a 2-ton unit.
BTU/h to tons conversion table
| BTU/h (BTU/h) | tons (TR) |
|---|---|
| 6,000 BTU/h | 0.5 TR |
| 9,000 BTU/h | 0.75 TR |
| 12,000 BTU/h | 1 TR |
| 18,000 BTU/h | 1.5 TR |
| 24,000 BTU/h | 2 TR |
| 30,000 BTU/h | 2.5 TR |
| 36,000 BTU/h | 3 TR |
| 48,000 BTU/h | 4 TR |
| 60,000 BTU/h | 5 TR |
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BTU/h to tons — questions
How many tons are in 1 BTU/h?
1 BTU/h = 0.0000833333 TR. Divide the value in BTU/h by 12,000 to get tons.
How do I convert BTU/h to tons?
Divide the value in BTU/h by 12,000. For example, 12,000 BTU/h ÷ 12,000 = 1 TR.
What is 12,000 BTU/h in tons?
12,000 BTU/h = 1 TR.
What is 18,000 BTU/h in tons?
18,000 BTU/h = 1.5 TR.
What is 24,000 BTU/h in tons?
24,000 BTU/h = 2 TR.
What is 36,000 BTU/h in tons?
36,000 BTU/h = 3 TR.