Convert Foot-pound to Therm (US)
Instantly convert Foot-pound to Therm (US) with our advanced Energy calculator. Whether you need precise calculations for Foot-pound or Therm (US), this tool provides accurate results with related formulas and conversion tables.
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 Therm (US)?
The Therm (US) is a non-SI unit of heat energy. It is equal to 100,000 BTUs and is used for measuring natural gas usage.
How to Convert Foot-pound to Therm (US)
To convert Foot-pound to Therm (US), multiply the Foot-pound value by 1.28537e-8.
thm = ft⋅lb × 1.28537e-8Manual Calculation Steps
Step 1: Identify the Formula
The standard formula to convert from Foot-pound to Therm (US) is:
thm = ft⋅lb × 1.28537e-8Step 2: Plug in the Value
Substitute the value you want to convert (for example, 5 ft⋅lb) into the formula.
Step 3: Calculate the Result
Perform the calculation to get the result in Therm (US).
Foot-pound to Therm (US) Conversion Table
| Foot-pound (ft⋅lb) | Therm (US) (thm) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1.28537e-8 thm |
| 5 | 6.42687e-8 thm |
| 10 | 1.28537e-7 thm |
| 25 | 3.21344e-7 thm |
| 50 | 6.42687e-7 thm |
| 100 | 0.00000128537 thm |
| 500 | 0.00000642687 thm |
| 1000 | 0.0000128537 thm |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Therm (US) are in a Foot-pound?
There are 1.28537e-8 Therm (US) in 1 Foot-pound.
What is the difference between Foot-pound and Therm (US)?
Foot-pound and Therm (US) are both units used to measure energy. The Foot-pound is smaller than the Therm (US).
How do I convert Foot-pound to Therm (US)?
To convert Foot-pound to Therm (US), multiply the Foot-pound value by 1.28537e-8. For example, to find out how many Therm (US) there are in a specific number of Foot-pound, simply apply this formula.
What are the common uses of Foot-pound and Therm (US)?
Foot-pound and Therm (US) are commonly used in energy measurements. Foot-pound is often used for larger scale measurements relative to Therm (US).