The cooling capacity of an air conditioning system is traditionally measured in tons. One ton of cooling capacity is equivalent to 12,000 British Thermal Units (BTUs) per hour. The wattage required by a one-ton split AC can be calculated using the following steps:
Step 1: Convert BTUs to watts 1 ton = 12,000 BTUs per hour 1 BTU per hour ≈ 0.293 watts (conversion factor)
So, 1 ton ≈ 12,000 BTUs per hour × 0.293 watts/BTU = 3,516 watts
Therefore, a one-ton split AC typically requires approximately 3,516 watts to operate at its full cooling capacity. Keep in mind that the actual power consumption may vary based on the specific model, energy efficiency rating, and operating conditions of the air conditioning unit.