What is the capacity of a 100 ton refrigeration unit in BTU's per minute?

A 100 ton refrigeration unit has a capacity of 100 tons, which can be converted into BTUs. The standard conversion factor is that one ton of refrigeration is equivalent to 12,000 BTUs per hour. To find the capacity in BTUs per minute, you need to follow these steps:

1. First, convert tons to BTUs per hour:

100 tons × 12,000 BTU/ton/hour = 1,200,000 BTU/hour.

2. Then, convert BTUs per hour to BTUs per minute:

1,200,000 BTU/hour ÷ 60 minutes/hour = 20,000 BTU/minute.

This calculation confirms that a 100 ton refrigeration unit has the capability of transferring 20,000 BTUs of heat per minute. Understanding this relationship between tons and BTUs is essential for evaluating the performance of refrigeration systems, ensuring that the appropriate equipment is selected for cooling needs in various applications.