What does one horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) represent?

It is an imperial power unit equal to 550 foot-pound-force per second measuring mechanical work or energy transfer rate.

Why convert horsepower to newton meter per second?

Converting allows compatibility with metric-based engineering standards and simplifies calculations involving watts.

Does this conversion apply to all types of horsepower?

No, it specifically applies to the mechanical horsepower defined as 550 ft·lbf/s and not other variants like metric horsepower.

How to Convert from Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to Newton meter/second?

Convert mechanical power values from horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to newton meter per second using this easy-to-use unit converter. Ideal for automotive and mechanical engineering applications.

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Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to Newton meter/second Conversion Table

Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)	Newton meter/second

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Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)	Newton meter/second

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms power measurements from the imperial unit horsepower (550 foot-pound-force per second) into the metric unit newton meter per second, supporting various engineering and performance applications.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Select horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) as the input unit
Choose newton meter per second as the output unit
Click convert to view the equivalent power in newton meter/second

Key Features

Converts mechanical horsepower defined as 550 ft·lbf/s to newton meter per second (watts)
Browser-based and straightforward to use
Supports engineering and industrial power unit translations

Examples

2 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) equals approximately 1491.39974316 newton meter/second
0.5 horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) converts to about 372.84993579 newton meter/second

Common Use Cases

Translating engine power ratings from imperial to metric units in automotive design
Specifying power output of lawnmowers and portable generators
Sizing pumps, compressors, and motors using both imperial and metric systems
Engineering calculations and performance comparisons across unit systems

Tips & Best Practices

Verify that horsepower values correspond to the mechanical definition (550 ft·lbf/s)
Use consistent units to maintain accuracy in calculations
Apply this converter for standard mechanical horsepower only, not other horsepower variants

Limitations

Conversion strictly applicable to mechanical horsepower defined as 550 ft·lbf/s
Other horsepower definitions, such as metric horsepower, are not covered and vary slightly
Maintaining unit consistency is essential to prevent calculation errors

Frequently Asked Questions

What does one horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) represent?: It is an imperial power unit equal to 550 foot-pound-force per second measuring mechanical work or energy transfer rate.
Why convert horsepower to newton meter per second?: Converting allows compatibility with metric-based engineering standards and simplifies calculations involving watts.
Does this conversion apply to all types of horsepower?: No, it specifically applies to the mechanical horsepower defined as 550 ft·lbf/s and not other variants like metric horsepower.

Key Terminology

Horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s): An imperial power unit equal to 550 foot-pound-force per second, used to measure mechanical power.
Newton meter per second: A metric power unit expressing work rate equivalent to one joule per second or one watt.
Mechanical horsepower: The specific definition of horsepower equating to 550 foot-pound-force per second, defined by James Watt.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the horsepower unit (550 ft*lbf/s) primarily used to rate?

Electrical power output

Internal-combustion engine power

Thermal energy transfer

One newton meter per second is equivalent to what unit?

One joule per second

One horsepower

One calorie

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Cooking recipes

Engineering calculations

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