Convert horsepower (water) to pound-foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert horsepower (water) [hp (water)] to pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min], or Convert pound-foot/minute to horsepower (water).
1 hp (water) = 33015.1931941 lbf*ft/min. To convert horsepower (water) to pound-foot/minute, multiply the value by 33015.1931941; to go the other way, divide by it (1 lbf*ft/min = 3.02890852136e-05 hp (water)). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 hp (water) = 33015.1931941 lbf*ft/min
- 1 lbf*ft/min = 3.02890852136e-05 hp (water)
- 10 hp (water) = 330151.931941 lbf*ft/min
- 100 hp (water) = 3301519.31941 lbf*ft/min
How to Convert Horsepower (Water) to Pound-Foot/minute
1 hp (water) = 33015.1931941288 lbf*ft/min
Example: convert 15 hp (water) to lbf*ft/min:
15 hp (water) = 15 × 33015.1931941288 lbf*ft/min = 495227.897911932 lbf*ft/min
Horsepower (Water) to Pound-Foot/minute Conversion Table
| horsepower (water) | pound-foot/minute |
|---|---|
| 1 hp (water) | 33015.1931941 lbf*ft/min |
| 2 hp (water) | 66030.3863883 lbf*ft/min |
| 3 hp (water) | 99045.5795824 lbf*ft/min |
| 5 hp (water) | 165075.965971 lbf*ft/min |
| 10 hp (water) | 330151.931941 lbf*ft/min |
| 20 hp (water) | 660303.863883 lbf*ft/min |
| 50 hp (water) | 1650759.65971 lbf*ft/min |
| 100 hp (water) | 3301519.31941 lbf*ft/min |
| 500 hp (water) | 16507596.5971 lbf*ft/min |
| 1000 hp (water) | 33015193.1941 lbf*ft/min |
Horsepower (Water)
Horsepower (water) is a unit of power used to measure the rate of water flow or energy transfer, based on the power exerted by a water stream.
History/Origin
The water horsepower originated in the 19th century as a way to quantify the power of water wheels and turbines, with its value historically linked to the energy produced by a specific flow of water under certain conditions.
Current Use
Today, water horsepower is primarily used in hydraulic engineering and water power industries to specify the capacity of water turbines, pumps, and other hydraulic equipment.
Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 horsepower (water) in pound-foot/minute?
1 horsepower (water) (hp (water)) = 33015.1931941 pound-foot/minute (lbf*ft/min).
How do you convert horsepower (water) to pound-foot/minute?
Multiply the horsepower (water) value by 33015.1931941. For example, 25 hp (water) × 33015.1931941 = 825379.829853 lbf*ft/min.
What is 10 horsepower (water) in pound-foot/minute?
10 hp (water) = 330151.931941 lbf*ft/min.
Which unit is larger, the horsepower (water) or the pound-foot/minute?
The horsepower (water) is the larger unit: 1 hp (water) = 33015.1931941 lbf*ft/min.