What does foot pound-force per second measure?

It measures mechanical power as one pound-force applied through a one-foot displacement every second.

Why convert foot pound-force per second to electric horsepower?

To express mechanical power values in a common electric motor rating for consistent specification and comparison.

Is electric horsepower the same as mechanical horsepower?

No, electric horsepower is defined as exactly 746 watts and may differ from mechanical or metric horsepower.

How to Convert from Foot pound-force/second to Horsepower (electric)?

Learn how to convert power measurements from foot pound-force per second, an imperial mechanical unit, to electric horsepower, commonly used in electric motor ratings.

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What Is This Tool?

This conversion tool transforms power values from foot pound-force per second, an imperial mechanical unit of power, into electric horsepower, a standard unit for rating electric motors and drives.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in foot pound-force per second
Select foot pound-force/second as the input unit
Choose horsepower (electric) as the output unit
Click convert to get the equivalent electric horsepower value

Key Features

Converts mechanical power in foot pound-force/second to electric horsepower
Useful for engineering and industrial power comparisons
Provides straightforward conversion for motor and equipment ratings

Examples

100 ft·lbf/s converts to 0.18174503 hp (electric)
500 ft·lbf/s converts to 0.90872515 hp (electric)

Common Use Cases

Specifying mechanical power outputs of small engines and hand tools in imperial units
Calculating power from torque and rotational speed in mechanical engineering
Converting mechanical power values to electric motor ratings for industrial equipment
Comparing and specifying equipment power ratings using standardized electric horsepower

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure mechanical power values are accurately measured in foot pound-force per second
Use this conversion to align mechanical power with electric motor specifications
Confirm unit consistency to prevent errors mixing mechanical and electric power ratings
Apply conversions carefully when sizing electrical equipment based on motor ratings

Limitations

Foot pound-force/second is less commonly used internationally compared to SI watts
Electric horsepower is fixed at exactly 746 watts, differing from other horsepower types
Accurate conversion depends on correctly interpreting the units to avoid mixing power types

Frequently Asked Questions

What does foot pound-force per second measure?: It measures mechanical power as one pound-force applied through a one-foot displacement every second.
Why convert foot pound-force per second to electric horsepower?: To express mechanical power values in a common electric motor rating for consistent specification and comparison.
Is electric horsepower the same as mechanical horsepower?: No, electric horsepower is defined as exactly 746 watts and may differ from mechanical or metric horsepower.

Key Terminology

Foot pound-force/second: An imperial unit of mechanical power equal to one pound-force applied through a one-foot displacement each second.
Horsepower (electric): A unit of power rating for electric motors fixed at exactly 746 watts, representing electrical power conversion equivalent to mechanical horsepower.

Quick Knowledge Check

What unit does foot pound-force/second measure?

Electrical power

Mechanical power

Energy consumption

Electric horsepower is exactly equal to how many watts?

1,355.8179483314 watts

746 watts

550 watts

A common use for converting foot pound-force/second to horsepower (electric) is?

Sizing motor controllers and electrical supply capacity

Measuring fluid flow rate

Calculating fuel efficiency

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