What is one mechanical horsepower in foot pound-force per second?

One mechanical horsepower (hp, hp (UK)) equals 550 foot pound-force per second.

Can I use this converter for metric horsepower?

No, this tool converts the common mechanical horsepower variant, not metric horsepower.

Why convert horsepower to foot pound-force per second?

Converting to foot pound-force per second helps obtain precise mechanical power values in imperial units needed for engineering calculations involving torque and rotational speed.

How to Convert from Horsepower [hp, hp (UK)] to Foot Pound-Force/Second

Learn to convert mechanical horsepower (hp, hp (UK)) to foot pound-force per second (ft·lbf/s) with this easy-to-use online unit converter. Understand definitions, use cases, and example conversions.

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Horsepower [hp, hp (UK)] to Foot pound-force/second Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms power values from mechanical horsepower (hp, hp (UK)) to foot pound-force per second (ft·lbf/s), both imperial units used in mechanical and engineering contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in horsepower (hp or hp (UK)).
Select horsepower as the source unit and foot pound-force per second as the target unit.
Click convert to get the equivalent power expressed in foot pound-force per second.

Key Features

Converts common mechanical horsepower to foot pound-force per second accurately.
Browser-based and easy to use for quick power unit conversions.
Includes example conversions for clear understanding.

Examples

1 horsepower equals 550 foot pound-force per second.
2 horsepower equals 1100 foot pound-force per second.

Common Use Cases

Rating engines and motors in automotive and mechanical industries using horsepower but requiring imperial power units.
Calculating mechanical power from torque and rotational speed in engineering applications.
Converting between horsepower and foot pound-force per second for performance comparisons and energy balances.

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure you are using the common mechanical horsepower variant for correct conversions.
Use this conversion when working with forces and distances in imperial units to maintain unit consistency.
Refer to example conversions to verify results during calculation checks.

Limitations

Applicable only to common mechanical horsepower, not metric or electrical horsepower variants.
Small differences in horsepower definitions can cause conversion errors if misapplied.
Conversion factor is highly precise but practical use generally rounds to 550 ft·lbf/s per horsepower.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is one mechanical horsepower in foot pound-force per second?: One mechanical horsepower (hp, hp (UK)) equals 550 foot pound-force per second.
Can I use this converter for metric horsepower?: No, this tool converts the common mechanical horsepower variant, not metric horsepower.
Why convert horsepower to foot pound-force per second?: Converting to foot pound-force per second helps obtain precise mechanical power values in imperial units needed for engineering calculations involving torque and rotational speed.

Key Terminology

Horsepower (hp, hp (UK)): A non-SI unit of power representing the rate of doing work; the common mechanical horsepower is defined as 550 foot-pounds per second.
Foot Pound-Force per Second (ft·lbf/s): An imperial power unit equal to one pound-force applied through a one-foot displacement every second; used to express mechanical power in customary units.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the equivalent of 1 mechanical horsepower in foot pound-force per second?

735.5 ft·lbf/s

550 ft·lbf/s

1.355 ft·lbf/s

Which power unit is NOT covered by this converter?

Common mechanical horsepower

Metric horsepower

Foot pound-force per second

Why would engineers convert horsepower to foot pound-force per second?

To compare power output in watts

To obtain mechanical power in imperial units for torque calculations

To measure electrical power usage

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