Convert pound-foot/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to pound-foot/second.
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.00181818150731 hp. To convert pound-foot/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s), multiply the value by 0.00181818150731; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp = 550.000094039 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 = 0.00181818150731 hp
- 1 hp = 550.000094039 lbf*ft/s
- 10 lbf*ft/s = 0.0181818150731 hp
- 100 lbf*ft/s = 0.181818150731 hp
How to Convert Pound-Foot/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.00181818150730857 hp
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/s to hp:
15 lbf*ft/s = 15 × 0.00181818150730857 hp = 0.0272727226096285 hp
Pound-Foot/second to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
| pound-foot/second | horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf*ft/s | 0.00181818150731 hp |
| 2 lbf*ft/s | 0.00363636301462 hp |
| 3 lbf*ft/s | 0.00545454452193 hp |
| 5 lbf*ft/s | 0.00909090753654 hp |
| 10 lbf*ft/s | 0.0181818150731 hp |
| 20 lbf*ft/s | 0.0363636301462 hp |
| 50 lbf*ft/s | 0.0909090753654 hp |
| 100 lbf*ft/s | 0.181818150731 hp |
| 500 lbf*ft/s | 0.909090753654 hp |
| 1000 lbf*ft/s | 1.81818150731 hp |
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.
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pound-foot/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
1 pound-foot/second (lbf*ft/s) = 0.00181818150731 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) (hp).
How do you convert pound-foot/second to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
Multiply the pound-foot/second value by 0.00181818150731. For example, 25 lbf*ft/s × 0.00181818150731 = 0.0454545376827 hp.
What is 10 pound-foot/second in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
10 lbf*ft/s = 0.0181818150731 hp.
Which unit is larger, the pound-foot/second or the horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)?
The horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) is the larger unit: 1 lbf*ft/s equals only 0.00181818150731 hp.