Convert kilowatt to foot pound-force/minute
Please provide values below to convert kilowatt [kW] to foot pound-force/minute [ft*lbf/min], or Convert foot pound-force/minute to kilowatt.
How to Convert Kilowatt to Foot Pound-Force/minute
1 kW = 44253.7403261324 ft*lbf/min
Example: convert 15 kW to ft*lbf/min:
15 kW = 15 × 44253.7403261324 ft*lbf/min = 663806.104891985 ft*lbf/min
Kilowatt to Foot Pound-Force/minute Conversion Table
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Kilowatt
A kilowatt (kW) is a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts, used to measure the rate of energy transfer or consumption.
History/Origin
The kilowatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a practical unit for measuring larger power outputs, especially in engineering and electrical contexts, and has been widely adopted since the 20th century.
Current Use
The kilowatt is commonly used today to specify the power output of engines, electrical appliances, and power generation facilities, as well as in billing for electricity consumption and capacity ratings.
Foot Pound-Force/minute
The foot pound-force per minute (ft*lbf/min) is a unit of power representing the amount of work done in foot-pounds over one minute.
History/Origin
This unit has been used primarily in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in the United States, where imperial units are common. It originated from the foot-pound-force as a measure of work, combined with time to express power.
Current Use
The foot pound-force per minute is still used in certain engineering fields, particularly in the United States, for measuring power in mechanical systems, motors, and torque-related applications where imperial units are standard.