Convert ounce-force inch to poundal foot
Please provide values below to convert ounce-force inch [ozf*in] to poundal foot [pdl*ft], or Convert poundal foot to ounce-force inch.
1 ozf*in = 0.167573126886 pdl*ft. To convert ounce-force inch to poundal foot, multiply the value by 0.167573126886; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl*ft = 5.96754395281 ozf*in). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ozf*in = 0.167573126886 pdl*ft
- 1 pdl*ft = 5.96754395281 ozf*in
- 10 ozf*in = 1.67573126886 pdl*ft
- 100 ozf*in = 16.7573126886 pdl*ft
How to Convert Ounce-Force Inch to Poundal Foot
1 ozf*in = 0.167573126885525 pdl*ft
Example: convert 15 ozf*in to pdl*ft:
15 ozf*in = 15 × 0.167573126885525 pdl*ft = 2.51359690328288 pdl*ft
Ounce-Force Inch to Poundal Foot Conversion Table
| ounce-force inch | poundal foot |
|---|---|
| 1 ozf*in | 0.167573126886 pdl*ft |
| 2 ozf*in | 0.335146253771 pdl*ft |
| 3 ozf*in | 0.502719380657 pdl*ft |
| 5 ozf*in | 0.837865634428 pdl*ft |
| 10 ozf*in | 1.67573126886 pdl*ft |
| 20 ozf*in | 3.35146253771 pdl*ft |
| 50 ozf*in | 8.37865634428 pdl*ft |
| 100 ozf*in | 16.7573126886 pdl*ft |
| 500 ozf*in | 83.7865634428 pdl*ft |
| 1000 ozf*in | 167.573126886 pdl*ft |
Ounce-Force Inch
Ounce-force inch (ozf·in) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one ounce-force applied at a distance of one inch from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The ounce-force inch originated from the imperial system of units, primarily used in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure torque. It has been used historically in the United States and other countries employing imperial units, but has largely been replaced by the metric system in scientific applications.
Current Use
Today, ounce-force inch is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as small-scale mechanical and automotive applications, where imperial units are still prevalent. It is considered a non-SI unit and is less common in modern scientific and international standards.
Poundal Foot
The poundal foot (pdl*ft) is a unit of energy representing the work done when a force of one poundal acts over a distance of one foot.
History/Origin
The poundal foot originated in the foot-poundal system of units, which was used primarily in the 19th and early 20th centuries in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
The poundal foot is rarely used today and has been largely replaced by the joule in scientific and engineering contexts. It may still appear in historical references or specialized fields dealing with imperial units.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ounce-force inch in poundal foot?
1 ounce-force inch (ozf*in) = 0.167573126886 poundal foot (pdl*ft).
How do you convert ounce-force inch to poundal foot?
Multiply the ounce-force inch value by 0.167573126886. For example, 25 ozf*in × 0.167573126886 = 4.18932817214 pdl*ft.
What is 10 ounce-force inch in poundal foot?
10 ozf*in = 1.67573126886 pdl*ft.
Which unit is larger, the ounce-force inch or the poundal foot?
The poundal foot is the larger unit: 1 ozf*in equals only 0.167573126886 pdl*ft.