What is Foot Pounds to Newton Meters Converter?
This tool converts Foot-pound force (ft·lbf) to Newton-meter (N·m) quickly and accurately. Whether you're working with bolt torque specifications, engine specs, or mechanical calculations, this converter provides instant results.
Understanding the Units
Foot-pound force (ft·lbf): Standard US/Imperial torque unit. Equal to 1.3558 N·m. Widely used in American automotive industry for bolt torque specifications.
Newton-meter (N·m): The SI unit of torque. Commonly used in automotive specifications, engineering, and physics. One N·m is the torque from a one Newton force applied at one meter from the pivot.
Who Uses This Conversion?
- Automotive technicians: Converting bolt torque specs between metric and imperial
- Mechanical engineers: Working with torque specifications in different systems
- RC hobbyists: Converting servo torque ratings
- DIY mechanics: Following torque specifications from manuals
- Students: Learning about torque unit conversions in physics
Privacy
All conversions happen in your browser. No data is stored or sent to any server.
How to Use
Converting Foot Pounds to Newton Meters takes just seconds:
- Enter the Foot Pounds value in the first input field
- View the Newton Meters result instantly in the second field
- Copy the result using the copy button if needed
Reverse Conversion
Need to convert Newton Meters to Foot Pounds instead? Simply click the swap button (↔) to reverse the conversion direction, or type in the Newton Meters field directly.
Tips for Accurate Conversions
- Use decimal points for precise values (e.g., 25.5 instead of 26)
- Large numbers are automatically formatted with thousand separators
- Results update instantly as you type
Common Applications
- Automotive bolt torque specifications
- Engine and transmission torque specs
- Servo motor specifications
- Industrial equipment settings
Features
Instant Conversion
Results appear as you type, with no need to click a convert button. The calculation uses precise conversion factors for accurate results.
Bidirectional Input
Type in either field and the other updates automatically. This makes it easy to work in whichever direction you need.
Copy Results
Click the copy button next to any value to copy it to your clipboard for use in documents, manuals, or other applications.
Quick Reference Table
The reference section shows common Foot Pounds-to-Newton Meters conversions at a glance for quick lookups.
Unit Flexibility
Use the dropdown menus to switch to other torque units if needed. The converter supports Newton-meters, foot-pounds, inch-pounds, kilogram-force meters, and many more.
Mobile Friendly
The converter works on all devices - desktop, tablet, and mobile. Convert torque units in the garage or workshop.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Foot Pounds to Newton Meters?
To convert Foot-pound force to Newton-meter, multiply the ft·lbf value by 1.3558. For example, 1 ft·lbf = 1.3558 N·m.
What is the formula for Foot Pounds to Newton Meters?
The conversion formula is: N·m = ft·lbf × 1.3558. Conversely, to convert back: ft·lbf = N·m × 0.737562.
What is Foot-pound force?
Standard US/Imperial torque unit. Equal to 1.3558 N·m. Widely used in American automotive industry for bolt torque specifications.
What is Newton-meter?
The SI unit of torque. Commonly used in automotive specifications, engineering, and physics. One N·m is the torque from a one Newton force applied at one meter from the pivot.
Is this converter accurate?
Yes, the converter uses internationally recognized conversion factors with high precision. Results are accurate for engineering and mechanical applications.
Can I convert other torque units?
Yes, use the dropdown menus to select from many torque units including Newton-meters (N·m), foot-pounds (ft·lbf), inch-pounds (in·lbf), kilogram-force meters (kgf·m), and more.
Does this work offline?
Once the page loads, all calculations happen in your browser. However, you need an internet connection for the initial page load.
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