Convert pound-foot/second to Btu (IT)/second
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s] to Btu (IT)/second [Btu/s], or Convert Btu (IT)/second to pound-foot/second.
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.00128506746823 Btu/s. To convert pound-foot/second to Btu (IT)/second, multiply the value by 0.00128506746823; to go the other way, divide by it (1 Btu/s = 778.169259376 lbf*ft/s). 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/s = 0.00128506746823 Btu/s
- 1 Btu/s = 778.169259376 lbf*ft/s
- 10 lbf*ft/s = 0.0128506746823 Btu/s
- 100 lbf*ft/s = 0.128506746823 Btu/s
How to Convert Pound-Foot/second to Btu (It)/second
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.00128506746822929 Btu/s
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/s to Btu/s:
15 lbf*ft/s = 15 × 0.00128506746822929 Btu/s = 0.0192760120234393 Btu/s
Pound-Foot/second to Btu (It)/second Conversion Table
| pound-foot/second | Btu (IT)/second |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf*ft/s | 0.00128506746823 Btu/s |
| 2 lbf*ft/s | 0.00257013493646 Btu/s |
| 3 lbf*ft/s | 0.00385520240469 Btu/s |
| 5 lbf*ft/s | 0.00642533734115 Btu/s |
| 10 lbf*ft/s | 0.0128506746823 Btu/s |
| 20 lbf*ft/s | 0.0257013493646 Btu/s |
| 50 lbf*ft/s | 0.0642533734115 Btu/s |
| 100 lbf*ft/s | 0.128506746823 Btu/s |
| 500 lbf*ft/s | 0.642533734115 Btu/s |
| 1000 lbf*ft/s | 1.28506746823 Btu/s |
Pound-Foot/second
A pound-foot per second (lbf·ft/s) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, equivalent to one pound-force acting through a distance of one foot per second.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per second has been used primarily in engineering contexts within the Imperial system to quantify power, especially in mechanical and automotive applications, though it is less common than other units like horsepower.
Current Use
Today, the pound-foot per second is rarely used; it is mainly referenced in historical data or specific engineering calculations involving Imperial units, with the more standard unit of power being the horsepower or the watt in SI units.
Btu (It)/second
Btu per second (Btu/s) is a unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer or conversion, where one British thermal unit (Btu) is transferred or converted every second.
History/Origin
The Btu (British thermal unit) has been used historically to measure energy, especially in heating and cooling industries. The use of Btu per second as a power unit emerged to quantify energy transfer rates in engineering and scientific contexts, aligning with the broader adoption of the Btu in energy measurement.
Current Use
Btu/s is used primarily in engineering and energy industries to specify power levels, such as in heating, cooling, and energy transfer systems, although it is less common than SI units like watts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pound-foot/second in Btu (IT)/second?
1 pound-foot/second (lbf*ft/s) = 0.00128506746823 Btu (IT)/second (Btu/s).
How do you convert pound-foot/second to Btu (IT)/second?
Multiply the pound-foot/second value by 0.00128506746823. For example, 25 lbf*ft/s × 0.00128506746823 = 0.0321266867057 Btu/s.
What is 10 pound-foot/second in Btu (IT)/second?
10 lbf*ft/s = 0.0128506746823 Btu/s.
Which unit is larger, the pound-foot/second or the Btu (IT)/second?
The Btu (IT)/second is the larger unit: 1 lbf*ft/s equals only 0.00128506746823 Btu/s.