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Tons (AC) to BTU/hr Converter

Convert Tons (AC) to BTU/hr instantly: 1 ton (refrigeration) = 12,000 Btu (IT)/hour. Free tons (ac) to btu/hr converter with formula, chart and examples.

1 ton (refrigeration) = 12,000 Btu (IT)/hour

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Quick answer

To convert Tons (AC) to BTU/hr, multiply the number of tons (refrigeration) by 12,000. For example, 1.5 Tons (AC) = 18,000 BTU/hr.

Last updated · Conversion factors follow the SI definitions in the BIPM SI Brochure and NIST SP 811.

How to Convert Tons (AC) to BTU/hr

The formula is Btu (IT)/hour = tons (refrigeration) × 12,000. 1 ton (refrigeration) = 12,000 Btu (IT)/hour. Type any value in the converter above for an instant answer, or use the chart below for the most common values.

This page is preset for ton (refrigeration) to Btu (IT)/hour conversions, but you can switch either list to any of the 76 units in the Power Converter.

Tons (AC) to BTU/hr conversion chart

Tons (AC)BTU/hr
0.1 TR1,200 Btu/h
0.25 TR3,000 Btu/h
0.5 TR6,000 Btu/h
1 TR12,000 Btu/h
1.5 TR18,000 Btu/h
2 TR24,000 Btu/h
2.5 TR30,000 Btu/h
3 TR36,000 Btu/h
4 TR48,000 Btu/h
5 TR60,000 Btu/h
6 TR72,000 Btu/h
7 TR84,000 Btu/h
8 TR96,000 Btu/h
9 TR108,000 Btu/h
10 TR120,000 Btu/h
11 TR132,000 Btu/h
12 TR144,000 Btu/h
13 TR156,000 Btu/h
14 TR168,000 Btu/h
15 TR180,000 Btu/h
16 TR192,000 Btu/h
17 TR204,000 Btu/h
18 TR216,000 Btu/h
19 TR228,000 Btu/h
20 TR240,000 Btu/h
25 TR300,000 Btu/h
30 TR360,000 Btu/h
40 TR480,000 Btu/h
50 TR600,000 Btu/h
60 TR720,000 Btu/h
70 TR840,000 Btu/h
75 TR900,000 Btu/h
80 TR960,000 Btu/h
90 TR1,080,000 Btu/h
100 TR1,200,000 Btu/h
150 TR1,800,000 Btu/h
200 TR2,400,000 Btu/h
250 TR3,000,000 Btu/h
500 TR6,000,000 Btu/h
1,000 TR12,000,000 Btu/h

Common Tons (AC) to BTU/hr conversions

  • 1 ton (refrigeration) = 12,000 Btu (IT)/hour
  • 1.5 TR = 18,000 Btu/h
  • 2 TR = 24,000 Btu/h
  • 2.5 TR = 30,000 Btu/h
  • 3 TR = 36,000 Btu/h
  • 5 TR = 60,000 Btu/h

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How to Use the Tons (AC) to BTU/hr Converter

  1. Type a value in the From box and choose its unit.
  2. Pick the unit you want in the To list — the result updates as you type.
  3. Use the swap button to reverse the conversion, or type in the To box to convert backwards.
  4. Check the All conversions table to see your value in every unit; click a row to make it the target.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Btu (IT)/hour are in a ton (refrigeration)?

There are 12,000 Btu (IT)/hour in 1 ton (refrigeration). Going the other way, 1 Btu (IT)/hour = 0.00008333333333 tons (refrigeration).

How do I convert Tons (AC) to BTU/hr?

Use the formula Btu (IT)/hour = tons (refrigeration) × 12,000. For example, 1 ton (refrigeration) = 12,000 Btu (IT)/hour. Or type the value in the converter above and the answer appears as you type.

What is the Tons (AC) to BTU/hr formula?

Btu (IT)/hour = tons (refrigeration) × 12,000 — the conversion factor is exact, using the international definitions of both units.

What is 1.5 Tons (AC) in BTU/hr?

1.5 Tons (AC) = 18,000 BTU/hr.

What is 2 Tons (AC) in BTU/hr?

2 Tons (AC) = 24,000 BTU/hr.

What is 2.5 Tons (AC) in BTU/hr?

2.5 Tons (AC) = 30,000 BTU/hr.

What is 3 Tons (AC) in BTU/hr?

3 Tons (AC) = 36,000 BTU/hr.

What is 5 Tons (AC) in BTU/hr?

5 Tons (AC) = 60,000 BTU/hr.

Is this Tons (AC) to BTU/hr converter accurate?

Yes. It uses exact unit definitions and double-precision maths, and you can show up to 15 significant digits. The table below is calculated with the same formula.

Can I convert Tons (AC) to other power units?

Yes — pick any unit in the From and To lists above, or open the full Power Converter, which handles 76 power units.

Is the Tons (AC) to BTU/hr converter free?

Yes, it is free with no sign-up, and every conversion runs in your browser so nothing is sent to a server.