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Power and Energy

TRtoGW

Convert tons of refrigeration (TR) to gigawatts (GW).

Factor1 TR = 3.516853e-6 GW

Converter

TR

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
0.351685GW

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
GW = TR × 3.516853e-6

Multiply any value in tons of refrigeration by 3.516853e-6 to obtain the value in gigawatts.

Worked example

Convert 100000 TR to GW.

  1. 01Start with 100000 TR.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100000 × 3.516853e-6 = 0.351685 GW.
Result100000 TR = 0.351685 GW

Conversion table

TRGW
13.5169e-6
27.0337e-6
51.7584e-5
103.5169e-5
207.0337e-5
500.00017584
1000.00035169
2000.00070337
5000.0017584
10000.0035169

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from TR to GW?
1 TR equals 3.516853e-6 GW. To convert, multiply the value in tons of refrigeration by 3.516853e-6.
How do I convert 1 TR to GW?
1 TR = 3.51685e-6 GW. For any value, multiply by 3.516853e-6.
How do I convert GW back to TR?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 284345.1. So 1 GW = 284345 TR.
When would I need to convert ton of refrigeration to gigawatt?
Power conversions are common when comparing motor ratings (often kW or hp), thermal duty (BTU/hr or kW), and utility consumption in mixed-unit projects.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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