Pound-Force Foot to Ounce-Force Foot Conversion

Convert between Pound-Force Foot and Ounce-Force Foot quickly and accurately.

From Pound-Force Foot

lbf·ft

To Ounce-Force Foot

ozf·ft

How to Convert Pound-Force Foot to Ounce-Force Foot

Conversion Formula

1 lbf·ft = 16 ozf·ft

1 ozf·ft = 0.063 lbf·ft

Example

Convert 15 lbf·ft to ozf·ft:

15 lbf·ft = 15 × 16 ozf·ft = 240 ozf·ft

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Pound-Force Foot

lbf·ft

Definition

The pound-force foot (lbf·ft) is an imperial unit of torque, commonly known as foot-pound. It represents the rotational force produced by one pound-force applied at one foot from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit is a cornerstone of the US customary system for rotational dynamics. It has a long history of use in mechanical engineering, particularly in the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries.

Current Use

Predominantly used in the United States for engineering calculations, especially in contexts like engine torque, fastener tightening, and machinery design where imperial units for force and length are standard.

Multiplier

1.356

Offset

Ounce-Force Foot

ozf·ft

Definition

The ounce-force foot (ozf·ft) is an imperial unit of torque, equal to 0.084738624 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one ounce-force applied at one foot from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was part of the US customary system for torque measurements in smaller applications. It provided a practical unit for ounce-scale force applications in engineering and manufacturing.

Current Use

Still used in some US engineering applications and manufacturing specifications where ounce-force measurements are more practical than pound-force measurements for smaller torque applications.

Multiplier

0.085

Offset