Foot-pounds to Joules

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1 ftlb = — j

Quick reference

Foot-pounds (ftlb)Joules (j)

Formula

Joules = foot-pounds × 1.35582

Multiply the foot-pounds value by 1.35582 to get joules. To reverse — divide joules by 1.35582 to get foot-pounds.

About this conversion

The foot-pound (ft·lb) is an imperial unit of energy equal to the work done by a force of one pound over one foot, used in mechanical engineering. Learn more →

The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, equal to the work done by a force of one newton over one meter. Learn more →

Source: NIST International Reference