Convert pound-force inch to Btu (IT)
Please provide values below to convert pound-force inch [lbf*in] to Btu (IT) [Btu (IT)], or Convert Btu (IT) to pound-force inch.
How to Convert Pound-Force Inch to Btu (It)
1 lbf*in = 0.000107088956475622 Btu (IT)
Example: convert 15 lbf*in to Btu (IT):
15 lbf*in = 15 × 0.000107088956475622 Btu (IT) = 0.00160633434713432 Btu (IT)
Pound-Force Inch to Btu (It) Conversion Table
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Pound-Force Inch
Pound-force inch (lbf·in) is a unit of torque representing the torque resulting from a one-pound-force applied at a perpendicular distance of one inch from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The pound-force inch has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to quantify torque, especially in the United States, based on the imperial system of units. It originated from the need to measure rotational force in machinery and automotive applications.
Current Use
Today, pound-force inch is still used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical fields to specify torque values, particularly in the United States. It is often converted to SI units like newton-meters for international standardization.
Btu (It)
The Btu (IT) is a unit of energy used to measure the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit, based on the International Table (IT) standards.
History/Origin
The Btu (IT) originated from the British thermal unit, adapted for international standards to provide a consistent measurement of heat energy, particularly in engineering and thermodynamics contexts.
Current Use
The Btu (IT) is primarily used in the energy industry, including heating, cooling, and power generation, to quantify energy content and efficiency in systems adhering to international standards.