Convert centiwatt to pound-foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert centiwatt [cW] to pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min], or Convert pound-foot/minute to centiwatt.
How to Convert Centiwatt to Pound-Foot/minute
1 cW = 0.442537403261324 lbf*ft/min
Example: convert 15 cW to lbf*ft/min:
15 cW = 15 × 0.442537403261324 lbf*ft/min = 6.63806104891986 lbf*ft/min
Centiwatt to Pound-Foot/minute Conversion Table
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Centiwatt
A centiwatt (cW) is a unit of power equal to one hundredth of a watt, where 1 cW = 0.01 watts.
History/Origin
The centiwatt was introduced as a smaller unit of power measurement to facilitate calculations involving very low power levels, although it is not widely used in practice and remains a rarely adopted unit in the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the centiwatt is rarely used in practical applications; power measurements are typically expressed in watts or subunits like milliwatts and microwatts. It may be encountered in specialized scientific contexts or theoretical discussions.
Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.