Convert Pound-foot to Pound-inch
Use this free converter to change pound-feet (lbf·ft) into pound-inches (lbf·in). Pound-foot and pound-inch both measure torque. As a quick reference, 1 lbf·ft equals 12 lbf·in, and 1 lbf·in equals 0.083333333 lbf·ft.
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Pound-inch (lbf·in)
12
1 lbf·ft = 12 lbf·in
Torque conversion table
| Pound-foot | Pound-inch |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.12 |
| 0.1 | 1.2 |
| 0.5 | 6 |
| 1 | 12 |
| 2 | 24 |
| 3 | 36 |
| 5 | 60 |
| 10 | 120 |
| 20 | 240 |
| 25 | 300 |
| 50 | 600 |
| 100 | 1200 |
| 1,000 | 12000 |
How to convert Pound-foot to Pound-inch
Multiply the pound-foot value by 12 to get pound-inches.
- Enter the number of pound-feet you want to convert.
- The converter instantly shows the equivalent value in pound-inches.
- Worked example: 15 lbf·ft × 12 = 180 lbf·in.
- Use the swap button to reverse the conversion (pound-inch to pound-foot).
About these units
Pound-foot (lbf·ft)
- Definition
- A pound-foot (lbf·ft) is an imperial torque unit, a one-pound force applied one foot from the pivot, about 1.356 N·m.
- History
- It developed with imperial mechanical engineering.
- Current use
- It is the common torque unit for US car engines and fasteners.
Pound-inch (lbf·in)
- Definition
- A pound-inch (lbf·in) is one twelfth of a pound-foot, used for smaller imperial torques.
- History
- It is the small-scale counterpart of the pound-foot.
- Current use
- It specifies tightening torque for small bolts and assemblies in the US.
Frequently asked questions
How many pound-inches are in a pound-foot?
There are 12 lbf·in in 1 lbf·ft. To convert, multiply the number of pound-feet by 12.
How do I convert pound-feet to pound-inches?
Multiply the pound-foot value by 12 to get pound-inches. For example, 10 lbf·ft = 120 lbf·in.
Is this pound-foot-to-pound-inch converter free?
Yes. This converter is completely free, runs entirely in your browser, and requires no sign-up. Your inputs never leave your device.
Convert Pound-foot to other torque units
| Unit | 1 Pound-foot equals |
|---|---|
| Newton Meter (N·m) | 1.3558179 N·m |
| Newton Centimeter (N·cm) | 135.58179 N·cm |
| Kilonewton Meter (kN·m) | 0.0013558179 kN·m |
| Pound-inch (lbf·in) | 12 lbf·in |
| Kilogram-force Meter (kgf·m) | 0.13825495 kgf·m |