Convert 2 Watt to Ton of Refrigeration - Power

A list of units symbol and data.
From W	To TR	All conversion
1 W	0.0002843451360993853 TR
2 W	0.0005686902721987706 TR
3 W	0.000853035408298156 TR
4 W	0.0011373805443975413 TR
5 W	0.0014217256804969266 TR
6 W	0.001706070816596312 TR
7 W	0.0019904159526956972 TR
8 W	0.0022747610887950825 TR
9 W	0.002559106224894468 TR
10 W	0.002843451360993853 TR

A list of units symbol and data.

From W

To TR

All conversion

1 W

0.0002843451360993853 TR

2 W

0.0005686902721987706 TR

3 W

0.000853035408298156 TR

4 W

0.0011373805443975413 TR

5 W

0.0014217256804969266 TR

6 W

0.001706070816596312 TR

7 W

0.0019904159526956972 TR

8 W

0.0022747610887950825 TR

9 W

0.002559106224894468 TR

10 W

0.002843451360993853 TR

Understanding the Watt (W): The Fundamental Unit of Power

The watt (symbol: W) is the International System of Units (SI) standard for measuring power. Defined as one joule per second, it quantifies the rate at which energy is transferred or converted. Named after Scottish engineer James Watt, this unit is pivotal in various fields, from electrical engineering to physics, serving as the cornerstone for understanding energy consumption and generation.

In practical terms, a 100-watt light bulb consumes energy at a rate of 100 joules per second. This measurement is crucial for designing electrical systems, assessing appliance efficiency, and managing energy resources effectively.

Understanding Ton of Refrigeration (TR)

The ton of refrigeration (TR) is a unit of power used primarily in North America to describe the cooling capacity of air conditioning and refrigeration systems. It is defined as the amount of heat required to melt one short ton (2,000 pounds) of ice at 0°C (32°F) in 24 hours.

This unit originates from the days when ice was used for cooling, and it has persisted as a standard measure in the HVAC industry. One ton of refrigeration is equivalent to 12,000 BTU/h or approximately 3.51685 kilowatts.

Understanding this unit is crucial for HVAC professionals, engineers, and facility managers, as it allows for the accurate sizing and assessment of cooling systems to ensure they meet the thermal load requirements of a space.

When selecting or evaluating cooling equipment, considering the tonnage helps in determining the system's capability to maintain desired temperature levels efficiently.

1 Watt = 0.001 Kilowatt

Convert 2 W → kW

1 Watt = 0.000001 Megawatt

Convert 2 W → MW

1 Watt = 1e-9 Gigawatt

Convert 2 W → GW

1 Watt = 1e-12 Terawatt

Convert 2 W → TW

1 Watt = 1e-15 Petawatt

Convert 2 W → PW

1 Watt = 1e-18 Exawatt

Convert 2 W → EW