What Is This Tool?
This converter translates power values from dekawatt (daW), a metric unit equal to 10 watts, to ton (refrigeration), a non-SI unit representing cooling capacity in HVAC and refrigeration contexts. It helps bridge the gap between energy transfer measured in watts and cooling rates expressed in tons.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter your value in dekawatt (daW) that you want to convert
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Select the target unit as ton (refrigeration)
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Click the convert button to see the equivalent cooling capacity
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Review the displayed result to use in your engineering or HVAC calculations
Key Features
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Converts power units from dekawatt (daW) to ton (refrigeration)
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Browser-based and easy to use without installation
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Supports engineering and HVAC industry use cases
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Provides quick and accurate unit translation for cooling capacity
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Includes sample conversion examples for reference
Examples
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10 dekawatt [daW] converts to 0.028434514 ton (refrigeration)
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100 dekawatt [daW] converts to 0.28434514 ton (refrigeration)
Common Use Cases
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Specifying output power of small electric motors and pumps in engineering documents
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Sizing residential and commercial air-conditioning units expressed in tons
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Determining cooling capacity for commercial refrigeration and cold rooms
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Performing HVAC load and energy efficiency calculations in building systems
Tips & Best Practices
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Use the converter to compare watt-based power ratings with cooling capacities in tons
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Apply the conversion in HVAC and refrigeration system design for accurate sizing
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Consider the nature of the ton (refrigeration) as a cooling unit tied to ice melting
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Verify units carefully when working across different measurement standards
Limitations
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Ton (refrigeration) is a non-SI unit linked to a specific heat removal rate, not a direct power measure
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Conversion involves approximate equivalence in watts which may affect precision
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Best used for relating power input/output to cooling loads, not for all system types
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does dekawatt (daW) represent?
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Dekawatt (daW) is a metric power unit equal to 10 watts, measuring energy transfer or work done per unit time.
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Why is ton (refrigeration) used instead of watts in cooling?
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Ton (refrigeration) expresses cooling capacity as the heat removal rate to melt ice, a practical unit in HVAC and refrigeration systems.
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Can I use this conversion for any type of power measurement?
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This conversion is meaningful mainly for comparing power ratings with cooling capacities within HVAC and refrigeration contexts.
Key Terminology
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Dekawatt (daW)
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A metric power unit equal to 10 watts, used for small-scale electrical power ratings.
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Ton (refrigeration)
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A non-SI unit of cooling capacity defined as the heat removal rate to melt one short ton of ice in 24 hours, approximately 3,516.85 watts.