Convert pound-force inch to therm (EC)
Please provide values below to convert pound-force inch [lbf*in] to therm (EC) [thm (EC)], or Convert therm (EC) to pound-force inch.
How to Convert Pound-Force Inch to Therm (Ec)
1 lbf*in = 1.07088941250512e-09 thm (EC)
Example: convert 15 lbf*in to thm (EC):
15 lbf*in = 15 × 1.07088941250512e-09 thm (EC) = 1.60633411875768e-08 thm (EC)
Pound-Force Inch to Therm (Ec) Conversion Table
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Pound-Force Inch
Pound-force inch (lbf·in) is a unit of torque representing the torque resulting from a one-pound-force applied at a perpendicular distance of one inch from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The pound-force inch has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to quantify torque, especially in the United States, based on the imperial system of units. It originated from the need to measure rotational force in machinery and automotive applications.
Current Use
Today, pound-force inch is still used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical fields to specify torque values, particularly in the United States. It is often converted to SI units like newton-meters for international standardization.
Therm (Ec)
The therm (EC) is a unit of energy used primarily in the measurement of natural gas and heating energy, equivalent to 100,000 British thermal units (BTUs).
History/Origin
The therm originated in the early 19th century as a practical unit for measuring large quantities of heat energy, especially in the gas industry, and has been standardized in various regions for energy billing and calculations.
Current Use
Today, the therm (EC) is used mainly in the natural gas industry and energy sectors to quantify heat energy consumption, although it has largely been supplemented or replaced by SI units like joules and kilowatt-hours in many regions.