What does pound-force second per square inch measure?

It is an imperial unit of dynamic viscosity linking shear stress to shear rate, commonly used for thick greases and heavy oils.

Why convert viscosity to pound per foot per hour?

Converting to pound per foot per hour helps interpret viscosity data in engineering contexts that use hour-based time units, such as lubrication specifications and flow calculations.

Can this conversion be used for other types of measurements?

No, this specific conversion applies only to dynamic viscosity values.

How to Convert from Pound-force Second/Sq. Inch to Pound/Foot/Hour [lb/(ft*h)]

Learn the conversion process from pound-force second per square inch to pound per foot per hour, two imperial units used to measure dynamic viscosity in various engineering fields.

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Pound-force second/sq. inch to Pound/foot/hour [lb/(ft*h)] Conversion Table

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Pound-force second/sq. inch to Pound/foot/hour [lb/(ft*h)] Conversion Table
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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter allows you to translate dynamic viscosity values from pound-force second per square inch (lbf·s/in²) into pound per foot per hour (lb/(ft*h)), assisting with engineering and industrial calculations that require imperial measurements.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the viscosity value in pound-force second per square inch you want to convert.
Select 'pound-force second/sq. inch' as the input unit if not preselected.
Choose 'pound/foot/hour [lb/(ft*h)]' as the output unit.
Execute the conversion to obtain the equivalent viscosity value in lb/(ft*h).

Key Features

Converts dynamic viscosity between two imperial/US customary units.
Supports viscosity data translation for engineering, lubrication, and industrial applications.
Facilitates handling of legacy and contemporary viscosity data with differing time units.
Provides example conversions for quick reference.

Examples

1 lbf·s/in² converts to approximately 16,679,026.77 lb/(ft*h).
0.5 lbf·s/in² converts to about 8,339,513.39 lb/(ft*h).

Common Use Cases

Reporting viscosity for very thick greases and heavy oils in US customary engineering.
Specifying lubricant viscosity in legacy industrial data sheets using hour-based units.
Performing viscous flow analysis for piping and rotating equipment in imperial units.
Interpreting rheological data of polymer melts and adhesives with psi-based units.

Tips & Best Practices

Always verify the units involved before converting dynamic viscosity values.
Be aware of the large numerical values resulting from this conversion and consider using software for accuracy.
Understand the time unit differences (seconds vs. hours) inherent in these units.
Use this converter primarily for dynamic viscosity conversions only.

Limitations

Conversion involves very large numbers that may cause rounding when done manually.
Differences in the time component (seconds compared to hours) require careful attention.
This tool converts only dynamic viscosity units and isn't suitable for other physical quantities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does pound-force second per square inch measure?: It is an imperial unit of dynamic viscosity linking shear stress to shear rate, commonly used for thick greases and heavy oils.
Why convert viscosity to pound per foot per hour?: Converting to pound per foot per hour helps interpret viscosity data in engineering contexts that use hour-based time units, such as lubrication specifications and flow calculations.
Can this conversion be used for other types of measurements?: No, this specific conversion applies only to dynamic viscosity values.

Key Terminology

Pound-force second per square inch (lbf·s/in²): An imperial unit of dynamic viscosity relating force per area to velocity gradient, used in US customary engineering.
Pound per foot per hour [lb/(ft*h)]: An imperial engineering unit for dynamic viscosity, expressing internal fluid resistance to shear in hour-based time units.
Dynamic viscosity: A measure of a fluid's internal resistance to flow under applied shear stress.

Quick Knowledge Check

What type of measurement is pound-force second per square inch?

Dynamic viscosity

Static pressure

Temperature

Which time unit is involved in pound/foot/hour?

Seconds

Hours

Minutes

What should you be cautious about when converting manually?

Possible rounding errors due to large numbers

Unit incompatibility between volume and mass

Misinterpreting temperature scales

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