Convert pound-foot/hour to milliwatt
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/hour [lbf*ft/h] to milliwatt [mW], or Convert milliwatt to pound-foot/hour.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/hour to Milliwatt
1 lbf*ft/h = 0.376616 mW
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/h to mW:
15 lbf*ft/h = 15 × 0.376616 mW = 5.64924 mW
Pound-Foot/hour to Milliwatt Conversion Table
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Pound-Foot/hour
Pound-foot per hour (lbf·ft/h) is a unit of power representing the amount of work done in foot-pounds per hour, commonly used in engineering to measure power output or consumption.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per hour originated from the imperial system of units, primarily used in the United States, to quantify power in mechanical and engineering contexts. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in certain industries.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per hour is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and aerospace engineering, for measuring power in systems where imperial units are standard. It is also used in historical data and legacy systems.
Milliwatt
A milliwatt (mW) is a unit of power equal to one thousandth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The milliwatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring low power levels, especially in electronics and telecommunications, with its usage expanding alongside the adoption of the watt as the standard power unit.
Current Use
Milliwatts are commonly used today in electronics, audio equipment, and wireless communication devices to specify power levels, such as in battery-powered devices, LED brightness, and signal transmission power.