Convert pound-foot/second to ton (refrigeration)
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s] to ton (refrigeration) [ton], or Convert ton (refrigeration) to pound-foot/second.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/second to Ton (Refrigeration)
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.000385520239737981 ton
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/s to ton:
15 lbf*ft/s = 15 × 0.000385520239737981 ton = 0.00578280359606972 ton
Pound-Foot/second to Ton (Refrigeration) Conversion Table
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Pound-Foot/second
A pound-foot per second (lbf·ft/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, equivalent to one pound-force acting through a distance of one foot per second.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per second has been used primarily in engineering contexts within the Imperial system to quantify power, especially in mechanical and automotive applications, though it is less common than other units like horsepower.
Current Use
Today, the pound-foot per second is rarely used; it is mainly referenced in historical data or specific engineering calculations involving Imperial units, with the more standard unit of power being the horsepower or the watt in SI units.
Ton (Refrigeration)
A refrigeration ton is a unit of power used to describe the cooling capacity of air conditioning and refrigeration systems, equivalent to the heat removal of one ton of ice melting in 24 hours.
History/Origin
The refrigeration ton originated in the early 20th century as a practical measure for cooling capacity, based on the amount of heat required to melt one ton of ice over a 24-hour period, approximately 12,000 BTU per hour.
Current Use
It is primarily used in HVAC and refrigeration industries to specify the cooling capacity of air conditioning units and chillers, with 1 refrigeration ton equal to 12,000 BTU/h or approximately 3.517 kilowatts.