What Is This Tool?
This unit converter helps transform power values from ton (refrigeration), a thermal cooling capacity measure, into volt ampere [V*A], the unit that represents apparent electrical power in AC circuits.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the power value in ton (refrigeration).
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Select ton (refrigeration) as the input unit.
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Choose volt ampere [V*A] as the output unit.
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Click convert to see the result in volt ampere.
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Use the converted value for electrical equipment sizing and analysis.
Key Features
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Converts power from ton (refrigeration) to volt ampere units.
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Supports HVAC and electrical engineering applications.
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Provides quick conversion based on established rates.
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Browser-based and easy to use for professionals and students.
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Bridges thermal power to electrical apparent power measurements.
Examples
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Convert 2 ton (refrigeration) to volt ampere: 2 × 3516.85 = 7033.71 V*A.
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Convert 0.5 ton (refrigeration) to volt ampere: 0.5 × 3516.85 = 1758.43 V*A.
Common Use Cases
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Determining electrical apparent power demand for HVAC cooling equipment.
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Sizing transformers and UPS systems for refrigeration and air conditioning.
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Performing power system design and load calculations integrating mechanical and electrical components.
Tips & Best Practices
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Consider the power factor when interpreting volt ampere values for real power needs.
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Use this conversion for approximate electrical sizing related to cooling equipment.
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Verify equipment specifications to account for load variations and power quality.
Limitations
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Volt ampere reflects apparent power, not the actual consumed power which depends on power factor.
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Conversion presumes power factor close to 1; deviations affect accuracy.
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Ton (refrigeration) is a thermal unit, so electrical equivalency is approximate and context sensitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does one ton (refrigeration) represent?
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It represents the power to melt one short ton of ice in 24 hours, defined as 12,000 BTU/hr or approximately 3516.85 watts.
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Why is volt ampere used instead of watts in AC circuits?
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Volt ampere quantifies apparent power, which includes both real and reactive power components, important for sizing electrical equipment.
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Can I use this conversion for precise electrical consumption calculations?
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No, this conversion is approximate because volt ampere measures apparent power and actual consumption depends on the power factor.
Key Terminology
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Ton (refrigeration)
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A non-SI unit of power representing cooling capacity, defined as the rate to melt one short ton of ice in 24 hours, equal to 12,000 BTU/hr or about 3,517 watts.
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Volt Ampere (V*A)
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The unit of apparent power in AC circuits, calculated as the product of RMS voltage and current, representing total power regardless of phase angle.
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Power Factor
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The ratio of real power to apparent power in an AC circuit, indicating efficiency of power usage.