Convert pound-foot/minute to horsepower (electric)
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min] to horsepower (electric) [hp (electric)], or Convert horsepower (electric) to pound-foot/minute.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/minute to Horsepower (Electric)
1 lbf*ft/min = 3.02908310991957e-05 hp (electric)
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/min to hp (electric):
15 lbf*ft/min = 15 × 3.02908310991957e-05 hp (electric) = 0.000454362466487936 hp (electric)
Pound-Foot/minute to Horsepower (Electric) Conversion Table
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Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.
Horsepower (Electric)
Electric horsepower (hp) is a unit of power used to measure the rate at which electrical energy is converted into mechanical energy or work, equivalent to approximately 746 watts.
History/Origin
The electric horsepower was developed as an adaptation of the mechanical horsepower to quantify electrical power output, especially in electric motors and generators. It became a standard unit in electrical engineering to express the power of electric motors and appliances.
Current Use
Electric horsepower is used primarily in specifying the power of electric motors, generators, and other electrical devices, particularly in industries where electrical power measurement is essential for performance and efficiency assessments.