Convert inch-pound to foot-pound
Please provide values below to convert inch-pound [in*lbf] to foot-pound [ft*lbf], or Convert foot-pound to inch-pound.
1 in*lbf = 0.083333333948 ft*lbf. To convert inch-pound to foot-pound, multiply the value by 0.083333333948; to go the other way, divide by it (1 ft*lbf = 11.9999999115 in*lbf). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 in*lbf = 0.083333333948 ft*lbf
- 1 ft*lbf = 11.9999999115 in*lbf
- 10 in*lbf = 0.83333333948 ft*lbf
- 100 in*lbf = 8.3333333948 ft*lbf
How to Convert Inch-Pound to Foot-Pound
1 in*lbf = 0.0833333339479684 ft*lbf
Example: convert 15 in*lbf to ft*lbf:
15 in*lbf = 15 × 0.0833333339479684 ft*lbf = 1.25000000921953 ft*lbf
Inch-Pound to Foot-Pound Conversion Table
| inch-pound | foot-pound |
|---|---|
| 1 in*lbf | 0.083333333948 ft*lbf |
| 2 in*lbf | 0.166666667896 ft*lbf |
| 3 in*lbf | 0.250000001844 ft*lbf |
| 5 in*lbf | 0.41666666974 ft*lbf |
| 10 in*lbf | 0.83333333948 ft*lbf |
| 20 in*lbf | 1.66666667896 ft*lbf |
| 50 in*lbf | 4.1666666974 ft*lbf |
| 100 in*lbf | 8.3333333948 ft*lbf |
| 500 in*lbf | 41.666666974 ft*lbf |
| 1000 in*lbf | 83.333333948 ft*lbf |
Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard.
Foot-Pound
A foot-pound is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one pound-force is exerted over a distance of one foot.
History/Origin
The foot-pound has been used primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom as a customary unit of energy, originating from imperial and US customary measurement systems, before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the foot-pound is still used in certain fields such as engineering, automotive, and aerospace industries in the US for expressing torque and energy, although the SI unit joule is more common internationally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 inch-pound in foot-pound?
1 inch-pound (in*lbf) = 0.083333333948 foot-pound (ft*lbf).
How do you convert inch-pound to foot-pound?
Multiply the inch-pound value by 0.083333333948. For example, 25 in*lbf × 0.083333333948 = 2.0833333487 ft*lbf.
What is 10 inch-pound in foot-pound?
10 in*lbf = 0.83333333948 ft*lbf.
Which unit is larger, the inch-pound or the foot-pound?
The foot-pound is the larger unit: 1 in*lbf equals only 0.083333333948 ft*lbf.