Convert poundal foot to Btu (IT)
Please provide values below to convert poundal foot [pdl*ft] to Btu (IT) [Btu (IT)], or Convert Btu (IT) to poundal foot.
1 pdl*ft = 3.99411178091e-05 Btu (IT). To convert poundal foot to Btu (IT), multiply the value by 3.99411178091e-05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 Btu (IT) = 25036.8556228 pdl*ft). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 pdl*ft = 3.99411178091e-05 Btu (IT)
- 1 Btu (IT) = 25036.8556228 pdl*ft
- 10 pdl*ft = 0.000399411178091 Btu (IT)
- 100 pdl*ft = 0.00399411178091 Btu (IT)
How to Convert Poundal Foot to Btu (It)
1 pdl*ft = 3.99411178090714e-05 Btu (IT)
Example: convert 15 pdl*ft to Btu (IT):
15 pdl*ft = 15 × 3.99411178090714e-05 Btu (IT) = 0.000599116767136072 Btu (IT)
Poundal Foot to Btu (It) Conversion Table
| poundal foot | Btu (IT) |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl*ft | 3.99411178091e-05 Btu (IT) |
| 2 pdl*ft | 7.98822356181e-05 Btu (IT) |
| 3 pdl*ft | 0.000119823353427 Btu (IT) |
| 5 pdl*ft | 0.000199705589045 Btu (IT) |
| 10 pdl*ft | 0.000399411178091 Btu (IT) |
| 20 pdl*ft | 0.000798822356181 Btu (IT) |
| 50 pdl*ft | 0.00199705589045 Btu (IT) |
| 100 pdl*ft | 0.00399411178091 Btu (IT) |
| 500 pdl*ft | 0.0199705589045 Btu (IT) |
| 1000 pdl*ft | 0.0399411178091 Btu (IT) |
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 It may still appear in historical references or specialized fields dealing with imperial units.
Btu (It)
The Btu (IT) is a unit of energy used to measure the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit, based on the International Table (IT) standards.
History/Origin
The Btu (IT) originated from the British thermal unit, adapted for international standards to provide a consistent measurement of heat energy, particularly in engineering and thermodynamics contexts.
Current Use
The Btu (IT) is primarily used in the energy industry, including heating, cooling, and power generation, to quantify energy content and efficiency in systems adhering to international standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 poundal foot in Btu (IT)?
1 poundal foot (pdl*ft) = 3.99411178091e-05 Btu (IT) (Btu (IT)).
How do you convert poundal foot to Btu (IT)?
Multiply the poundal foot value by 3.99411178091e-05. For example, 25 pdl*ft × 3.99411178091e-05 = 0.000998527945227 Btu (IT).
What is 10 poundal foot in Btu (IT)?
10 pdl*ft = 0.000399411178091 Btu (IT).
Which unit is larger, the poundal foot or the Btu (IT)?
The Btu (IT) is the larger unit: 1 pdl*ft equals only 3.99411178091e-05 Btu (IT).