Convert poundal foot to inch-pound
Please provide values below to convert poundal foot [pdl*ft] to inch-pound [in*lbf], or Convert inch-pound to poundal foot.
How to Convert Poundal Foot to Inch-Pound
1 pdl*ft = 0.372971398018654 in*lbf
Example: convert 15 pdl*ft to in*lbf:
15 pdl*ft = 15 × 0.372971398018654 in*lbf = 5.59457097027982 in*lbf
Poundal Foot to Inch-Pound Conversion Table
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Poundal Foot
The poundal foot (pdl*ft) is a unit of energy representing the work done when a force of one poundal acts over a distance of one foot.
History/Origin
The poundal foot originated in the foot-poundal system of units, which was used primarily in the 19th and early 20th centuries in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
The poundal foot is rarely used today and has been largely replaced by the joule in scientific and engineering contexts. It may still appear in historical references or specialized fields dealing with imperial units.
Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard.