Convert pound-foot/hour to horsepower
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/hour [lbf*ft/h] to horsepower [hp], or Convert horsepower to pound-foot/hour.
1 lbf*ft/h = 5.0505028832e-07 hp. To convert pound-foot/hour to horsepower, multiply the value by 5.0505028832e-07; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 1980000.84967 lbf*ft/h). Both units measure power and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 lbf*ft/h = 5.0505028832e-07 hp
- 1 hp = 1980000.84967 lbf*ft/h
- 10 lbf*ft/h = 5.0505028832e-06 hp
- 100 lbf*ft/h = 5.0505028832e-05 hp
How to Convert Pound-Foot/hour to Horsepower
1 lbf*ft/h = 5.050502883197e-07 hp
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/h to hp:
15 lbf*ft/h = 15 × 5.050502883197e-07 hp = 7.57575432479549e-06 hp
Pound-Foot/hour to Horsepower Conversion Table
| pound-foot/hour | horsepower |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf*ft/h | 5.0505028832e-07 hp |
| 2 lbf*ft/h | 1.01010057664e-06 hp |
| 3 lbf*ft/h | 1.51515086496e-06 hp |
| 5 lbf*ft/h | 2.5252514416e-06 hp |
| 10 lbf*ft/h | 5.0505028832e-06 hp |
| 20 lbf*ft/h | 1.01010057664e-05 hp |
| 50 lbf*ft/h | 2.5252514416e-05 hp |
| 100 lbf*ft/h | 5.0505028832e-05 hp |
| 500 lbf*ft/h | 0.00025252514416 hp |
| 1000 lbf*ft/h | 0.00050505028832 hp |
Pound-Foot/hour
Pound-foot per hour (lbf·ft/h) is a unit of power representing the amount of work done in foot-pounds per hour, commonly used in engineering to measure power output or consumption.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per hour originated from the imperial system of units, primarily used in the United States, to quantify power in mechanical and engineering contexts. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in certain industries.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per hour is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and aerospace engineering, for measuring power in systems where imperial units are standard. It is also used in historical data and legacy systems.
Horsepower
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement originally developed to compare the power of engines and motors, representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
History/Origin
The term was introduced in the late 18th century by James Watt to compare the power of steam engines to draft horses. It became a standard unit in engineering and automotive industries, with its definition evolving over time from mechanical to metric standards.
Current Use
Horsepower is widely used today to rate the power output of engines, motors, and other machinery, especially in automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications. It remains a common unit for expressing engine power in many countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pound-foot/hour in horsepower?
1 pound-foot/hour (lbf*ft/h) = 5.0505028832e-07 horsepower (hp).
How do you convert pound-foot/hour to horsepower?
Multiply the pound-foot/hour value by 5.0505028832e-07. For example, 25 lbf*ft/h × 5.0505028832e-07 = 1.2626257208e-05 hp.
What is 10 pound-foot/hour in horsepower?
10 lbf*ft/h = 5.0505028832e-06 hp.
Which unit is larger, the pound-foot/hour or the horsepower?
The horsepower is the larger unit: 1 lbf*ft/h equals only 5.0505028832e-07 hp.