What does pound-force second per square foot measure?

It measures dynamic (absolute) viscosity, indicating a fluid's resistance to shear flow in the Imperial/US customary system.

When should I convert viscosity to gram per centimeter per second?

When you need compatibility with the cgs system for applications like tribology, polymer rheology, or quality control of consumer goods.

Is pound-force second/sq. foot commonly used outside petroleum and lubrication fields?

It is mainly used in petroleum engineering and lubrication contexts where Imperial units are standard.

Convert Pound-force second/sq. foot to Gram/centimeter/second

Convert dynamic viscosity values from pound-force second per square foot to gram per centimeter per second using this easy-to-use online unit converter. Ideal for petroleum engineering, tribology, and quality control testing.

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Pound-force second/sq. foot to Gram/centimeter/second Conversion Table

Pound-force second/sq. foot	Gram/centimeter/second

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Pound-force second/sq. foot to Gram/centimeter/second Conversion Table
Pound-force second/sq. foot	Gram/centimeter/second

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What Is This Tool?

This online converter helps translate dynamic viscosity measurements from the Imperial/US customary unit pound-force second per square foot (lbf·s/ft²) to the cgs unit gram per centimeter per second (g·cm⁻¹·s⁻¹). It facilitates compatibility between different measurement systems used in various industries.

How to Use This Tool?

Input the viscosity value in pound-force second/sq. foot
Select the target unit as gram/centimeter/second
Click the convert button to get the result instantly
Apply the converted value for your engineering or quality control needs

Key Features

Converts dynamic (shear) viscosity between pound-force second/sq. foot and gram/centimeter/second
Provides clear unit definitions and usage contexts
Supports quick calculations for both small and large values
Highlights relevant industry applications for each unit
Browser-based with no installation required

Examples

2 pound-force second/sq. foot = 957.6051796044 gram/centimeter/second
0.5 pound-force second/sq. foot = 239.4012949011 gram/centimeter/second

Common Use Cases

Measuring viscosity of heavy oils, greases, and tars using Imperial units
Pipe flow and pump design calculations requiring viscosity in lbf·s/ft²
Rheological testing of polymer melts, industrial fluids, and paints in cgs units
Quality control of viscous food products like syrups and sauces
Converting viscosity data for compliance with international rheological standards

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure all related units are converted consistently to maintain accuracy
Use the standardized conversion factor to avoid calculation errors
Be cautious with precision due to the large conversion multiplier
Verify conversions especially in high-viscosity fluid measurements
Understand the context and measurement system of your viscosity data

Limitations

Large conversion factor requires careful handling of precision
Pound-force second/sq. foot and gram/centimeter/second belong to different measurement systems
Ensure consistency in all unit conversions to prevent errors
Standardized factors must be used to maintain measurement accuracy

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pound-force second per square foot measure?: It measures dynamic (absolute) viscosity, indicating a fluid's resistance to shear flow in the Imperial/US customary system.
When should I convert viscosity to gram per centimeter per second?: When you need compatibility with the cgs system for applications like tribology, polymer rheology, or quality control of consumer goods.
Is pound-force second/sq. foot commonly used outside petroleum and lubrication fields?: It is mainly used in petroleum engineering and lubrication contexts where Imperial units are standard.

Key Terminology

Pound-force second/sq. foot: An Imperial unit measuring dynamic viscosity, representing shear resistance as pound-force seconds per square foot.
Gram/centimeter/second: A cgs unit of dynamic viscosity equal to one poise, indicating fluid shear resistance in gram per centimeter per second.
Dynamic viscosity: A property that quantifies a fluid's internal resistance to flow under shear stress.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the primary use of pound-force second per square foot?

Testing polymer melts in cgs units

Specifying viscosity of heavy oils and greases in Imperial units

Quality control of food products

Gram per centimeter per second is equivalent to which SI unit measure?

One pascal-second

0.1 pascal-second

10 pascal-seconds

Why is it important to convert viscosity units accurately?

To avoid errors in high-viscosity fluid calculations

To make units more complex

To increase the viscosity value

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