BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons converter (BTU/hr to RT)
Convert BTU/hr (BTU/hr) to Refrigeration Tons (RT) with this free calculator. Type a value, press Convert, and the page applies the same factor shown in the formula below — no rounded shortcut, and nothing is stored on a server.
Refrigeration Tons to BTU/hr ►
How to convert BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons
1 BTU per hour (BTU/hr) is equal to 1÷12,000 refrigeration tons (RT).
P(RT) = P(BTUhr) ÷ 12000
Divide the power in BTU/hr by 12000:
Example: Convert 12000 BTU/hr to RT:
P(RT) = 12000 ÷ 12000 = 1 RT
What is a BTU/hr?
The BTU/hr (BTU/hr) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
What is a Refrigeration Tons?
The Refrigeration Tons (RT) is the starting or target unit on this page. Use the calculator above to convert values without looking up the factor by hand.
This page converts power from BTU/hr into Refrigeration Tons. One BTU/hr equals 8.333333e-5 RT.
BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons conversion table
Common BTU/hr values and the matching RT result, calculated with the same factor as the widget. Highlight a nearby row if you want a quick check without entering a number.
| BTU/hr (BTU/hr) | Refrigeration Tons (RT) |
|---|---|
| 12000 BTU/hr | 0.999999996 RT |
| 24000 BTU/hr | 1.999999992 RT |
| 36000 BTU/hr | 2.999999988 RT |
| 48000 BTU/hr | 3.999999984 RT |
| 60000 BTU/hr | 4.99999998 RT |
| 120000 BTU/hr | 9.99999996 RT |
| 240000 BTU/hr | 19.99999992 RT |
How this calculator works
The form on this page is a BTU/hr-to-Refrigeration Tons converter. After you enter a number, JavaScript multiplies or rearranges it with the published conversion factor and writes the RT result in the output box. The step-by-step panel repeats the arithmetic so you can copy it into homework or a spreadsheet.
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FAQ
How many RT are in 1 BTU/hr?
1 BTU/hr = 8.333333e-5 RT.
How do I convert BTU/hr to Refrigeration Tons?
Divide the power in BTU/hr by 12000:
Is this BTU/hr to RT converter free?
Yes. GigaTables calculators are free to use in a browser. You do not need an account, and the values you type are not uploaded.