Convert Inch-pounds (in⋅lb) to Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb)
Enter a value below to convert Inch-pounds (in⋅lb) to Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb).
Conversion:
1 Inch-pounds (in⋅lb) = 0.083333333333 Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb)
How to Convert Inch-pounds (in⋅lb) to Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb)
1 inlb = 0.083333333333 ftlb
1 ftlb = 12 inlb
Example: convert 15 Inch-pounds (in⋅lb) to Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb):
25 inlb = 2.0833333333 ftlb
Inch-pounds (in⋅lb) to Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb) Conversion Table
| Inch-pounds (in⋅lb) | Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 inlb | 0.00083333333333 ftlb |
| 0.1 inlb | 0.0083333333333 ftlb |
| 1 inlb | 0.083333333333 ftlb |
| 2 inlb | 0.16666666667 ftlb |
| 3 inlb | 0.25 ftlb |
| 5 inlb | 0.41666666667 ftlb |
| 10 inlb | 0.83333333333 ftlb |
| 20 inlb | 1.6666666667 ftlb |
| 50 inlb | 4.1666666667 ftlb |
| 100 inlb | 8.3333333333 ftlb |
| 1000 inlb | 83.333333333 ftlb |
Inch-pounds (in⋅lb)
Definition
An inch-pound (in⋅lb) is an imperial unit of energy and torque equal to one-twelfth of a foot-pound, or approximately 0.112985 joules.
History
The inch-pound evolved as a finer subdivision of the foot-pound for applications requiring greater precision in mechanical and manufacturing contexts in Anglo-Saxon engineering traditions.
Current use
Inch-pounds are used in precision engineering, aerospace fastener specifications, small engine torque settings, and electronic assembly where fine torque control is essential.
Foot-pounds (ft⋅lb)
Definition
A foot-pound (ft⋅lb) is an imperial unit of energy equal to the work done when a force of one pound-force moves an object one foot. It equals approximately 1.35582 joules.
History
The foot-pound has been used in English-speaking countries since the early days of mechanical engineering. It was the standard unit for torque and mechanical work before the joule gained prominence.
Current use
Foot-pounds are widely used in the US for measuring torque in automotive and mechanical applications, firearm muzzle energy, and mechanical work in engineering specifications.