Convert pound-foot/second to horsepower (water)
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/second [lbf*ft/s] to horsepower (water) [hp (water)], or Convert horsepower (water) to pound-foot/second.
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.00181734558196 hp (water). To convert pound-foot/second to horsepower (water), multiply the value by 0.00181734558196; to go the other way, divide by it (1 hp (water) = 550.253077856 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 = 0.00181734558196 hp (water)
- 1 hp (water) = 550.253077856 lbf*ft/s
- 10 lbf*ft/s = 0.0181734558196 hp (water)
- 100 lbf*ft/s = 0.181734558196 hp (water)
How to Convert Pound-Foot/second to Horsepower (Water)
1 lbf*ft/s = 0.00181734558195707 hp (water)
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/s to hp (water):
15 lbf*ft/s = 15 × 0.00181734558195707 hp (water) = 0.0272601837293561 hp (water)
Pound-Foot/second to Horsepower (Water) Conversion Table
| pound-foot/second | horsepower (water) |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf*ft/s | 0.00181734558196 hp (water) |
| 2 lbf*ft/s | 0.00363469116391 hp (water) |
| 3 lbf*ft/s | 0.00545203674587 hp (water) |
| 5 lbf*ft/s | 0.00908672790979 hp (water) |
| 10 lbf*ft/s | 0.0181734558196 hp (water) |
| 20 lbf*ft/s | 0.0363469116391 hp (water) |
| 50 lbf*ft/s | 0.0908672790979 hp (water) |
| 100 lbf*ft/s | 0.181734558196 hp (water) |
| 500 lbf*ft/s | 0.908672790979 hp (water) |
| 1000 lbf*ft/s | 1.81734558196 hp (water) |
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 (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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 pound-foot/second in horsepower (water)?
1 pound-foot/second (lbf*ft/s) = 0.00181734558196 horsepower (water) (hp (water)).
How do you convert pound-foot/second to horsepower (water)?
Multiply the pound-foot/second value by 0.00181734558196. For example, 25 lbf*ft/s × 0.00181734558196 = 0.0454336395489 hp (water).
What is 10 pound-foot/second in horsepower (water)?
10 lbf*ft/s = 0.0181734558196 hp (water).
Which unit is larger, the pound-foot/second or the horsepower (water)?
The horsepower (water) is the larger unit: 1 lbf*ft/s equals only 0.00181734558196 hp (water).