Ton-hour To Kiloton Converter

(TR to KT converter)

Effortlessly Convert TR to KT with Our Precision Tool


(Last Updated On: 2024-10-16)

Discover the ease of converting Ton-hour refrigeration to Kilotons with our intuitive TR to KT conversion tool, designed to simplify your calculations.

What are Ton-hour and Kiloton

Definition of Ton-hour

A Ton-hour (TRh) is a unit of energy representing the amount of heat needed to melt one ton (2000 pounds) of ice at 32°F in a 24-hour period. This traditional unit is often used in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry to describe the cooling capacity or heat absorption over time, providing a practical measure for large-scale cooling systems.

Definition of Kiloton

A Kiloton (KT) is a unit of energy equivalent to one thousand tons of TNT (trinitrotoluene) explosive power. Often used in the context of nuclear explosions, it can also refer to a measure of energy released in various other contexts, such as asteroid impacts or large-scale energy consumption. It quantifies an immense amount of energy in a way that can be visualized through its explosive origins.

Ton-hour to Kiloton Conversion Table

Ton-hour (TRh) Kiloton (KT)
0.001 TRh 1.162×10^-7 KT
0.01 TRh 1.162×10^-6 KT
0.1 TRh 1.162×10^-5 KT
1 TRh 1.162×10^-4 KT
10 TRh 0.001162 KT
100 TRh 0.01162 KT
1000 TRh 0.1162 KT
10000 TRh 1.162 KT
100000 TRh 11.62 KT
1000000 TRh 116.2 KT

Conversion of Ton-hour to Kiloton

Example 1:
Convert 5 TRh to KT:
5 TRh = 5 × 1.162×10^-4 KT = 0.000581 KT

Example 2:
Convert 50 TRh to KT:
50 TRh = 50 × 1.162×10^-4 KT = 0.00581 KT

History of Ton-hour and Kiloton

A brief history of the Ton-hour refrigeration to Kiloton conversion traces back to the needs of the refrigeration industry. The Ton-hour was a practical unit for cooling capacities, while the Kiloton became significant in measuring energy in large-scale events, such as nuclear tests. The converter was developed to bridge these two distinct areas, providing a tool for engineers and scientists to convert between cooling capacity and energy equivalency in a standardized form.

How to use Ton-hour to Kiloton Converter

Real Life Applications of Ton-hour to Kiloton

Explore the practical applications of the TR to KT conversion in various industries and scientific fields.

Solved Examples TR to KT

Example 1:
To convert 2 TRh to KT:
2 TRh × 1.162×10^-4 = 0.0002324 KT

Example 2:
To convert 150 TRh to KT:
150 TRh × 1.162×10^-4 = 0.01743 KT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Ton-hour refrigeration (TRh)?

It's a unit of energy used to describe cooling capacity over time.

How do I convert TRh to KT?

Use our conversion tool by entering the TRh value to get the equivalent in KT.

Is this converter useful for engineers?

Yes, it's an essential tool for professionals dealing with cooling systems and energy measurements.