What does pound-foot/minute measure?

It is an imperial unit of mechanical power representing the rate at which one pound-force moves through one foot in one minute.

Why convert pound-foot/minute to joule/second?

Converting to joule/second, the SI unit of power, helps standardize measurements for comparison with electrical, mechanical, and thermal power data.

Is joule/second the same as watt?

Yes, joule per second is exactly equal to one watt, the standard SI power unit.

How to Convert from Pound-foot/minute to Joule/second [J/s]

Learn how to convert power values from the imperial unit pound-foot per minute to the SI derived unit joule per second (J/s) with this easy-to-use online converter tool.

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What Is This Tool?

This converter helps translate mechanical power measurements expressed in pound-foot per minute, an imperial unit, into joule per second (J/s), the SI unit of power. It simplifies comparison across various engineering and scientific domains by providing clear conversions for power calculations.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in pound-foot/minute you wish to convert
Select the source unit as pound-foot/minute and the target unit as joule/second [J/s]
Click the convert button to get the equivalent power in joule/second
Review the output value to use in your engineering or scientific calculations

Key Features

Converts power from pound-foot/minute to joule/second (J/s)
Browser-based and easy to use for quick calculations
Supports legacy imperial power units common in engineering
Facilitates consistency between imperial and SI power units
Provides clear examples to illustrate conversions

Examples

10 pound-foot/minute equals approximately 0.225969658 joule/second
100 pound-foot/minute is equal to about 2.25969658 joule/second

Common Use Cases

Expressing small shaft or rotary power in imperial engineering data
Converting torque and speed measurements into power for hand tools or small motors
Comparing mechanical horsepower ratings by converting units
Translating legacy power units into standardized SI units for technical reports
Using in automotive, aerospace, HVAC, and electrical appliance power evaluations

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure you choose the correct units before conversion to avoid errors
Use this conversion for low-power measurements typical in small tools or components
Consider using larger SI units like kilowatts for high-power applications
Validate converted values when integrating into international engineering projects

Limitations

Pound-foot/minute is a legacy unit with a relatively small value; conversions may be less practical for large-scale power measurements
Precision should be considered when converting due to the unit's small magnitude
Not ideal for very high-power or extensive industrial applications where kilowatt or megawatt units are preferred

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pound-foot/minute measure?: It is an imperial unit of mechanical power representing the rate at which one pound-force moves through one foot in one minute.
Why convert pound-foot/minute to joule/second?: Converting to joule/second, the SI unit of power, helps standardize measurements for comparison with electrical, mechanical, and thermal power data.
Is joule/second the same as watt?: Yes, joule per second is exactly equal to one watt, the standard SI power unit.

Key Terminology

Pound-foot/minute: An imperial mechanical power unit expressing how much work is done when a one pound-force moves one foot in one minute.
Joule/second [J/s]: The SI derived unit of power measuring energy transfer rate, exactly equal to one watt.
Mechanical horsepower: A unit of power where one horsepower equals 33,000 pound-foot/minute.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does the unit pound-foot/minute represent?

Electrical power consumption

Mechanical power in imperial units

Heat transfer rate

What is the SI equivalent of joule per second?

Kilowatt

Watt

Horsepower

In what industry might you convert pound-foot/minute to joule/second?

Electrical appliance manufacturing

Aerospace engineering

Both industries

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