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Convert Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical)

Instantly convert Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical) with our advanced Energy calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Foot-pound or Calorie (Thermochemical), this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.

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What is a Foot-pound?

The Foot-pound (ft⋅lb) is a unit of work or energy in the engineering and gravitational systems, equal to the energy transferred by applying a force of one pound-force through a distance of one foot.

What is a Calorie (Thermochemical)?

The Calorie (cal) is a pre-SI metric unit of energy, defined as the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius.

How to Convert Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical)

To convert Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical), divide the Foot-pound value by 3.

cal_th = ft⋅lb ÷ 3

Manual Calculation Steps

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Step 1: Identify the Formula

The standard formula to convert from Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical) is:

cal_th = ft⋅lb ÷ 3
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Step 2: Plug in the Value

Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 ft⋅lb) into the formula.

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Step 3: Calculate the Result

Perform the calculation to get the result in Calorie (Thermochemical).

Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical) Conversion Table

Foot-pound (ft⋅lb)Calorie (Thermochemical) (cal_th)
10.324048 cal_th
51.62024 cal_th
103.24048 cal_th
258.10121 cal_th
5016.2024 cal_th
10032.4048 cal_th
500162.024 cal_th
1000324.048 cal_th

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Calorie (Thermochemical) are in a Foot-pound?

There are 0.324048 Calorie (Thermochemical) in 1 Foot-pound.

What is the difference between Foot-pound and Calorie (Thermochemical)?

Foot-pound and Calorie (Thermochemical) are both units used to measure energy. The Foot-pound is smaller than the Calorie (Thermochemical).

How do I convert Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical)?

To convert Foot-pound to Calorie (Thermochemical), divide the Foot-pound value by 3. For example, to find out how many Calorie (Thermochemical) there are in a specific number of Foot-pound, simply apply this formula.

What are the common uses of Foot-pound and Calorie (Thermochemical)?

Foot-pound and Calorie (Thermochemical) are commonly used in energy measurements. Foot-pound is often used for larger scale measurements relative to Calorie (Thermochemical).