Convert Pound-inches to Pound-feet
lb·in to lb·ft · torque conversion
What are pound-inches and pound-feet?
A pound-inch is 1/12 of a pound-foot, used for small fasteners and electronics. A pound-foot is the imperial torque unit, standard for US car engine specs. For reference: car lug nuts are often torqued to around 120 N·m (about 89 lb·ft).
How to convert pound-inches to pound-feet
1 lb·in = 0.0833333 lb·ft. To convert, multiply the number of pound-inches by 0.0833333. For example, 5 lb·in = 0.416667 lb·ft, and 20 lb·in = 1.66667 lb·ft. To go the other way, multiply pound-feet by 12 (since 1 lb·ft = 12 lb·in).
Pound-inches to Pound-feet conversion table
| Pound-inches (lb·in) | Pound-feet (lb·ft) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0833333 |
| 5 | 0.416667 |
| 10 | 0.833333 |
| 25 | 2.08333 |
| 50 | 4.16667 |
| 100 | 8.33333 |
| 250 | 20.8333 |
FAQ
What is 1 lb·in in lb·ft?
1 lb·in = 0.0833333 lb·ft. To convert any amount, multiply the number of pound-inches by 0.0833333.
How do I convert pound-feet back to pound-inches?
Go the other way: 1 lb·ft = 12 lb·in, so multiply pound-feet by 12 to get pound-inches.
Is a pound-inche bigger than a pound-feet?
No — 1 lb·in is the smaller unit, equal to 0.0833333 lb·ft (it takes 12 lb·in to make one lb·ft).
Are these torque conversions exact?
They use the standard internationally-defined conversion factors. Results are rounded to six significant figures for readability, which is accurate enough for everyday and most technical use.