Pound-force-foot To Kilocalorie Converter

(lbf-ft to kcal_th converter)

Effortlessly Convert Lbf-ft to kcal_th with Precision


(Last Updated On: 2024-05-09)

Discover the ease of converting Pound-force Foot to Kilocalorie th with our user-friendly tool, meticulously crafted by Newtum to ensure accurate energy unit conversions that intrigue and assist every user.

What are Pound-force-foot and Kilocalorie

Definition of Pound-force-foot

A Pound-force Foot (lbf-ft) is a unit of work or energy in the Engineering and Gravitational Systems in United States customary and imperial units of measurement. It represents the energy transferred or the work done when a force of one pound-force is applied over a linear displacement of one foot. The unit combines the common foot measurement with the pound-force, a measure of weight.

Definition of Kilocalorie

A Kilocalorie (kcal), also known as a food calorie, is a unit of energy defined as the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius at one atmosphere of pressure. It's commonly used in nutrition to express the energy content in food, where one kilocalorie represents the energy needed to perform various physiological functions like metabolism and physical activity.

Pound-force-foot to Kilocalorie Conversion Table

Pound-force Foot (lbf-ft) Kilocalorie th (kcal_th)
1 lbf-ft 0.00032383155 kcal_th
5 lbf-ft 0.00161915775 kcal_th
10 lbf-ft 0.0032383155 kcal_th
20 lbf-ft 0.006476631 kcal_th
50 lbf-ft 0.0161915775 kcal_th
100 lbf-ft 0.032383155 kcal_th
200 lbf-ft 0.06476631 kcal_th
500 lbf-ft 0.161915775 kcal_th
1000 lbf-ft 0.32383155 kcal_th
2000 lbf-ft 0.6476631 kcal_th

Conversion of Pound-force-foot to Kilocalorie

1 lbf-ft = 0.00032383155 kcal_th
1 kcal_th = 3085.96 lbf-ft

Example 1:
Convert 10 lbf-ft to kcal_th:
10 lbf-ft = 10 × 0.00032383155 kcal_th = 0.0032383155 kcal_th

Example 2:
Convert 50 lbf-ft to kcal_th:
50 lbf-ft = 50 × 0.00032383155 kcal_th = 0.0161915775 kcal_th

History of Pound-force-foot and Kilocalorie

The concept of converting Pound-force Foot to Kilocalorie th has its roots in the need to interchange different energy units. This conversion is critical in fields like nutrition and engineering, where different units are used depending on the context. The conversion factor is derived from the basic definitions of each unit.

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Solved Examples lbf-ft to kcal_th

Example 1: To convert 100 lbf-ft to kcal_th:
100 lbf-ft = 100 × 0.00032383155 kcal_th = 0.032383155 kcal_th

Example 2: To convert 250 lbf-ft to kcal_th:
250 lbf-ft = 250 × 0.00032383155 kcal_th = 0.0809578875 kcal_th

FAQs about Pound-force Foot to Kilocalorie th Converter

What is a Pound-force Foot?
A Pound-force Foot is a unit of work or energy commonly used in the United States. It is the work done when a force of one pound-force is applied over a distance of one foot.
How accurate is the converter?
The converter is designed to provide precise conversion from Pound-force Foot to Kilocalorie th using a validated conversion factor.
Can I convert Kilocalorie th back to Pound-force Foot?
Yes, the converter also allows for the reverse calculation, converting Kilocalorie th back to Pound-force Foot.