Inch-Pound to Foot-Pound Converter
Convert Inch-Pounds to Foot-Pounds
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How to Convert Inch-Pounds to Foot-Pounds
To convert from inch-pounds (in-lb) to foot-pounds (ft-lb), you divide the number of inch-pounds by 12. This is because 1 foot-pound is equal to 12 inch-pounds.
Formula
Foot-Pounds = Inch-Pounds ÷ 12
or
ft-lb = in-lb ÷ 12
Step-by-step process
- Take the measurement in inch-pounds
- Divide that number by 12
- The result is the equivalent torque in foot-pounds
Examples
- 12 in-lb = 12 ÷ 12 = 1 ft-lb
- 24 in-lb = 24 ÷ 12 = 2 ft-lb
Frequently Asked Questions
How many foot-pounds are in an inch-pound?
There are 1/12 foot-pounds in one inch-pound.
What is an inch-pound?
An inch-pound (in-lb) is a unit of torque in the Imperial and United States customary systems of measurement. It is defined as the torque resulting from a force of one pound-force (lbf) applied perpendicularly to a moment arm of one inch.