What does one pound-foot/second represent?

It is an Imperial unit of power representing one pound-force foot of work done per second, measuring mechanical power transfer.

Where is kilocalorie (IT)/hour commonly used?

It is commonly used to specify heating or cooling capacities, rate energy usage in cooking appliances, and human metabolic rates.

How do I convert pound-foot/second to kilocalorie (IT)/hour?

Multiply the value in pound-foot/second by approximately 1.1658 to obtain the equivalent power in kilocalorie (IT)/hour.

How to Convert from Pound-foot/second to Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h]

Learn how to convert power values from pound-foot per second to kilocalorie (IT) per hour using this straightforward unit converter. Ideal for mechanical engineering, HVAC, cooking appliance ratings, and metabolic studies.

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Pound-foot/second to Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h] Conversion Table

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Pound-foot/second to Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This converter transforms power measurements from pound-foot/second, an Imperial mechanical power unit, into kilocalorie (IT)/hour, a thermal energy rate unit common in heating, cooling, and metabolic fields.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the power value in pound-foot/second you want to convert
Select pound-foot/second as the source unit
Choose kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h] as the target unit
Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent power in kcal/h
Review the displayed result and use it for your application

Key Features

Converts power values between pound-foot/second and kilocalorie (IT)/hour units
Provides quick calculations using established conversion rates
Facilitates translation between mechanical and thermal power units
Supports applications across engineering, HVAC, cooking appliance rating, and physiology
Browser-based and easy to use without need for specialized software

Examples

2 pound-foot/second equals approximately 2.33 kilocalorie (IT)/hour
5 pound-foot/second corresponds to about 5.83 kilocalorie (IT)/hour

Common Use Cases

Calculating mechanical power from torque and rotational speed in Imperial units
Estimating output power of small motors or hand tools in US customary units
Converting historical Imperial power specifications into thermal energy rates
Specifying heating or cooling capacity of heaters, boilers, or radiators
Rating cooking appliance power output expressed in kcal/h
Expressing human metabolic heat production and energy-expenditure rates

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the context of your power measurement to choose the correct unit system
Use this tool to easily translate between mechanical power in Imperial units and thermal power in kcal/h
Double-check unit definitions when dealing with different calorie standards for accuracy
Apply this conversion when working in fields like mechanical engineering, HVAC, cooking appliance rating, or physiological studies

Limitations

Pound-foot/second is mostly relevant in legacy or Imperial unit contexts
Kilocalorie (IT)/hour is primarily used in thermal and metabolic applications
Consider unit and context compatibility to ensure meaningful conversions
Variations in International Table kilocalorie definitions may impact precision in some scientific uses

Frequently Asked Questions

What does one pound-foot/second represent?: It is an Imperial unit of power representing one pound-force foot of work done per second, measuring mechanical power transfer.
Where is kilocalorie (IT)/hour commonly used?: It is commonly used to specify heating or cooling capacities, rate energy usage in cooking appliances, and human metabolic rates.
How do I convert pound-foot/second to kilocalorie (IT)/hour?: Multiply the value in pound-foot/second by approximately 1.1658 to obtain the equivalent power in kilocalorie (IT)/hour.

Key Terminology

Pound-foot/second: An Imperial unit of power defined as one pound-force foot of work performed each second, measuring rate of mechanical energy transfer.
Kilocalorie (IT)/hour [kcal/h]: A unit of power representing the rate of energy transfer equal to one International Table kilocalorie delivered per hour, used in thermal and metabolic contexts.
Power: The rate at which energy is transferred or converted, measured in units like pound-foot/second or kilocalorie (IT)/hour.

Quick Knowledge Check

What unit does pound-foot/second measure?

Thermal energy rate

Mechanical power

Electrical resistance

One kilocalorie (IT)/hour roughly equals how many watts?

1.163 watts

1.3558 watts

4,186.8 watts

Which field commonly uses kilocalorie (IT)/hour units?

Mechanical engineering torque calculations

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)

Electrical circuit design

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