How it’s calculated
- 1 BTU/h = 0.29307 W
- 1 ton = 12,000 BTU/h = 3.5169 kW
Worked example
12,000 BTU/h (one ton).
Inputs
- Capacity
- 12000 BTU/h
Results
- BTU/h
- 12,000 BTU/h
- Kilowatts
- 3.517 kW
- Watts
- 3,517 W
- Tons
- 1 tons (cooling)
Assumptions and limits
- International Table BTU.
Verify the result against the applicable local code, adopted code edition, manufacturer instructions and project requirements. See our methodology.
Questions
How many kW is 12,000 BTU?
12,000 BTU/h equals about 3.52 kW, or one ton of cooling.
Why is it called a ton?
It is the cooling from melting one short ton of ice over 24 hours.