What Is This Tool?
This online unit converter transforms torque values from ounce-force foot (ozf*ft) to pound-force inch (lbf*in), enabling users to translate small torque measurements into a common imperial unit widely used in engineering and tool calibration.
How to Use This Tool?
-
Enter the torque value in ounce-force foot (ozf*ft) that you want to convert
-
Select ounce-force foot as the input unit and pound-force inch as the output unit
-
Click the convert button to obtain the equivalent torque value in pound-force inch
-
Use the result to specify or calibrate torque for small fasteners and instruments
Key Features
-
Converts torque between ounce-force foot and pound-force inch units
-
Browser-based tool requiring no installation
-
Suitable for precision torque measurements in electronics and mechanical fields
-
Uses established conversion formula and rate for accuracy
-
Includes example calculations for easy understanding
Examples
-
2 ozf*ft equals 1.5 lbf*in using the conversion formula
-
5 ozf*ft equals 3.75 lbf*in after applying the conversion rate
Common Use Cases
-
Specifying torque for very small screws and fasteners in electronic devices
-
Calibrating low-range torque testers used in watchmaking and precision instruments
-
Characterizing torque output of small motors and servos in hobby and model applications
-
Calibrating torque screwdrivers and small torque wrenches in engineering
Tips & Best Practices
-
Ensure measurement instruments are precise to reduce rounding errors
-
Use the converter specifically for low torque values due to unit scale
-
Cross-check torque specifications in both units for accuracy during calibration
-
Apply the tool for small fastener and electronics torque settings to improve consistency
Limitations
-
Conversion accuracy relies on the precision of input measurements and instruments
-
The tool is suited only for small torque ranges and not for high torque applications
-
Rounding may occur because of the fractional nature of the conversion rate
Frequently Asked Questions
-
What is an ounce-force foot?
-
An ounce-force foot is a unit of torque representing one ounce-force applied at a lever arm length of one foot, commonly used for very small torque values.
-
Why convert ounce-force foot to pound-force inch?
-
Converting to pound-force inch makes small torque measurements easier to work with in imperial engineering contexts, particularly for calibration and specification.
-
Can this tool be used for large torque values?
-
No, this converter is designed for low torque values, as both units are intended for small magnitude torque measurements.
Key Terminology
-
Ounce-force foot [ozf*ft]
-
A torque unit representing one ounce-force applied at a lever arm one foot long, equal to 1/16 of a pound-force foot.
-
Pound-force inch [lbf*in]
-
A torque unit equal to one pound-force applied at a lever arm one inch long, commonly used in imperial/US customary engineering.
-
Torque
-
A measure of the turning or twisting force applied to an object.