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Convert foot-pound to joule
Convert foot-pound to joule with a verified formula, worked example, conversion table, precision guidance, and reverse conversion.
foot-pound to joule
foot-pound to joule
Quick answer
1 foot-pound = 1.3558179483 joule.
Formula
joule = foot-pound × 1.355817948300000000000000000
Precision
The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.
How to convert foot-pound to joule
- Enter a value in foot-pound.
- Scale the source number by 1.355817948300000000000000000 to express the same quantity in joule.
- Round the displayed joule value only when needed.
About these units
foot-pound is a unit used in energy conversions. Energy measures the capacity to perform work or transfer heat. Its recorded symbol is ft*lbf. joule is a unit used in energy conversions. Energy measures the capacity to perform work or transfer heat. Its recorded symbol is J.
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foot-pound to joule conversion table
| foot-pound | joule |
|---|---|
| 0 foot-pound | 0e-27 joule |
| 1 foot-pound | 1.35581794830 joule |
| 5 foot-pound | 6.77908974150 joule |
| 10 foot-pound | 13.5581794830 joule |
| 25 foot-pound | 33.8954487075 joule |
| 100 foot-pound | 135.581794830 joule |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert from foot-pound to joule?
Scale the source number by 1.355817948300000000000000000 to express the same quantity in joule.
What formula does CalculatorHQ use for foot-pound to joule?
joule = foot-pound × 1.355817948300000000000000000
How should I round the result?
The stored factor is used at full decimal precision; round only the displayed result to the precision required by the task.
Can I convert joule back to foot-pound?
Yes. Use the linked reverse conversion, whose formula is validated against this pair with round-trip tests.