Convert pound-foot/minute to hectowatt
Please provide values below to convert pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min] to hectowatt [hW], or Convert hectowatt to pound-foot/minute.
How to Convert Pound-Foot/minute to Hectowatt
1 lbf*ft/min = 0.0002259696 hW
Example: convert 15 lbf*ft/min to hW:
15 lbf*ft/min = 15 × 0.0002259696 hW = 0.003389544 hW
Pound-Foot/minute to Hectowatt 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.
Hectowatt
A hectowatt (hW) is a unit of power equal to 100 watts.
History/Origin
The hectowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide larger units of power measurement, though it is rarely used in practice today.
Current Use
The hectowatt is seldom used in modern contexts; power is typically expressed in watts or kilowatts, but it may appear in specific engineering or scientific applications requiring larger units.