Mole to Pound-Mole Converter
Convert Moles to Pound-Moles
Quick Conversions
How to Convert Moles to Pound-Moles
To convert from moles (mol) to pound-moles (lb-mol), you divide the value in moles by 453.59237. For more information about moles as a unit of measurement, visit our moles page.
Formula
Pound-Moles = Moles / 453.59237
or
lb-mol = mol / 453.59237
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in moles.
- Divide it by 453.59237.
- The result is the equivalent amount of substance in pound-moles.
Examples
- 100 mol = 100 / 453.59237 = 0.22046 lb-mol
- 500 mol = 500 / 453.59237 = 1.10231 lb-mol
- 1000 mol = 1000 / 453.59237 = 2.20462 lb-mol
- 5000 mol = 5000 / 453.59237 = 11.0231 lb-mol
When to Convert Moles to Pound-Moles
This conversion is primarily used in chemical engineering in the United States, where imperial units are still common.
Chemical Engineering
In the US, pound-moles are used in process calculations, especially when dealing with material and energy balances where other quantities are in imperial units.
Thermodynamics
Thermodynamic properties of substances are sometimes given in terms of pound-moles in older textbooks and references.
Common Moles to Pound-Moles Conversions
Here is a table of common conversions for quick reference:
| Moles (mol) | Pound-Moles (lb-mol) | Moles (mol) | Pound-Moles (lb-mol) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0022 | 1000 | 2.20462 |
| 10 | 0.02205 | 2000 | 4.40924 |
| 50 | 0.11023 | 5000 | 11.0231 |
| 100 | 0.22046 | 10000 | 22.0462 |
| 250 | 0.55116 | 25000 | 55.1155 |
| 500 | 1.10231 | 50000 | 110.231 |
| 750 | 1.65347 | 100000 | 220.462 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mole?
A mole is the SI unit of amount of substance. It is defined as containing exactly 6.02214076 × 10²³ elementary entities (e.g., atoms, molecules).
What is a pound-mole?
A pound-mole (lb-mol) is the amount of a substance whose mass in pounds is numerically equal to its molecular weight. It is an imperial unit of amount of substance.
How do I convert lb-mol to mol?
To convert from pound-moles to moles, you multiply the value by 453.59237. For example, 2 lb-mol is equal to 2 * 453.59237 = 907.18474 mol.