Convert Btu (IT) to inch-pound
Please provide values below to convert Btu (IT) [Btu (IT)] to inch-pound [in*lbf], or Convert inch-pound to Btu (IT).
How to Convert Btu (It) to Inch-Pound
1 Btu (IT) = 9338.03104363657 in*lbf
Example: convert 15 Btu (IT) to in*lbf:
15 Btu (IT) = 15 × 9338.03104363657 in*lbf = 140070.465654549 in*lbf
Btu (It) to Inch-Pound Conversion Table
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Btu (It)
The Btu (IT) is a unit of energy used to measure the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit, based on the International Table (IT) standards.
History/Origin
The Btu (IT) originated from the British thermal unit, adapted for international standards to provide a consistent measurement of heat energy, particularly in engineering and thermodynamics contexts.
Current Use
The Btu (IT) is primarily used in the energy industry, including heating, cooling, and power generation, to quantify energy content and efficiency in systems adhering to international standards.
Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard.