How to convert pound-feet to pound-inches
lbf⋅in = lbf⋅ft × 12Multiply the value in pound-feet by 12. To go the other way, multiply by 0.08333333333 (or divide by 12).
A pound-force foot is larger than a pound-force inch: one pound-force foot contains 12 pound-inches.
Worked examples
- 1 pound-force foot1 lbf⋅ft × 12 = 12 lbf⋅in
- 5 pound-feet5 lbf⋅ft × 12 = 60 lbf⋅in
- 10 pound-feet10 lbf⋅ft × 12 = 120 lbf⋅in
- 20 pound-feet20 lbf⋅ft × 12 = 240 lbf⋅in
- 100 pound-feet100 lbf⋅ft × 12 = 1,200 lbf⋅in
Pound-feet to pound-inches conversion table
Values are calculated by the conversion engine and rounded to 8 significant figures.
| Pound-feet (lbf⋅ft) | Pound-inches (lbf⋅in) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 lbf⋅ft | 1.2 lbf⋅in |
| 0.25 lbf⋅ft | 3 lbf⋅in |
| 0.5 lbf⋅ft | 6 lbf⋅in |
| 1 lbf⋅ft | 12 lbf⋅in |
| 2 lbf⋅ft | 24 lbf⋅in |
| 3 lbf⋅ft | 36 lbf⋅in |
| 4 lbf⋅ft | 48 lbf⋅in |
| 5 lbf⋅ft | 60 lbf⋅in |
| 6 lbf⋅ft | 72 lbf⋅in |
| 7 lbf⋅ft | 84 lbf⋅in |
| 8 lbf⋅ft | 96 lbf⋅in |
| 9 lbf⋅ft | 108 lbf⋅in |
| 10 lbf⋅ft | 120 lbf⋅in |
| Pound-feet (lbf⋅ft) | Pound-inches (lbf⋅in) |
|---|---|
| 12 lbf⋅ft | 144 lbf⋅in |
| 15 lbf⋅ft | 180 lbf⋅in |
| 20 lbf⋅ft | 240 lbf⋅in |
| 25 lbf⋅ft | 300 lbf⋅in |
| 30 lbf⋅ft | 360 lbf⋅in |
| 40 lbf⋅ft | 480 lbf⋅in |
| 50 lbf⋅ft | 600 lbf⋅in |
| 75 lbf⋅ft | 900 lbf⋅in |
| 100 lbf⋅ft | 1,200 lbf⋅in |
| 250 lbf⋅ft | 3,000 lbf⋅in |
| 500 lbf⋅ft | 6,000 lbf⋅in |
| 1,000 lbf⋅ft | 12,000 lbf⋅in |
About the units
Pound-force foot (lbf⋅ft)
About 1.3558 N·m. US torque wrenches and engine torque figures use pound-feet (often written ft-lb). One pound-force foot equals 1.355817948 newton meters (N⋅m).
Pound-force inch (lbf⋅in)
One twelfth of a pound-foot (≈ 0.113 N·m); used for small fasteners and bicycle components. One pound-force inch equals 0.112984829 newton meters (N⋅m).
Frequently asked questions
How many pound-inches are in one pound-force foot?
There are 12 pound-inches in one pound-force foot, and this value is exact by definition.
How do I convert pound-feet to pound-inches?
Multiply the number of pound-feet by 12. For example, 10 lbf⋅ft × 12 = 120 lbf⋅in.
How many pound-feet are in one pound-force inch?
One pound-force inch equals 0.08333333333 pound-feet. That is the reverse factor, 1 ÷ 12.
What is 10 pound-feet in pound-inches?
10 lbf⋅ft = 120 lbf⋅in.
Is this lbf⋅ft to lbf⋅in converter accurate?
Yes. Both units are defined exactly in terms of SI units, so the conversion factor is exact; results are shown to 12 significant figures by default and you can change precision in the converter. Calculations run in your browser using the same tested engine that generated this page.