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Convert kilowatts of cooling capacity to refrigeration tons for HVAC equipment schedules, chillers, air conditioners, and refrigeration specifications.
1 kilowatt [kW] = 0.284345 ton of refrigeration [TR]
1 kilowatt [kW] = 0.284345 ton of refrigeration [TR]
Multiply kilowatts by approximately 0.284345136 to get refrigeration tons.
Example: 1 kilowatt [kW] equals 0.284345 ton of refrigeration [TR].
Power conversions use watt as the reference unit and include mechanical horsepower, electrical power, and heat-rate units.
Displayed results are rounded for readability. The calculator keeps enough precision for everyday use and switches to scientific notation for very large or very small values. Last reviewed: 2026-08-14.
The kilowatt is a power unit equal to 1000 watts.
HistoryKilowatts became common as electrical and mechanical systems needed larger power ratings.
Current useKilowatts are used for generators, electric vehicles, HVAC, solar systems, appliances, and energy planning.
The ton of refrigeration (TR) is a power unit used to express measurements in this converter.
HistoryThis unit is included because it appears in practical measurement systems, technical references, product specifications, or everyday conversion needs.
Current useUse ton of refrigeration when comparing power values, checking specifications, converting between systems, or preparing quick estimates.
| kilowatt [kW] | ton of refrigeration [TR] |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.284345 |
| 2 | 0.56869 |
| 5 | 1.421726 |
| 10 | 2.843451 |
| 20 | 5.686903 |
| 25 | 7.108628 |
| 50 | 14.217257 |
| 100 | 28.434514 |
| 1000 | 284.345136 |
Use this formula: 1 kilowatt [kW] = 0.284345 ton of refrigeration [TR] Enter your value in the calculator and the result updates instantly.
1 kilowatt [kW] equals 0.284345 ton of refrigeration [TR].
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100 kW of cooling capacity is approximately 28.4345 refrigeration tons.
Multiply kW by approximately 0.284345136.