Foot-pounds to BTU conversion table
| Foot-pounds | BTU |
|---|---|
| 1 ft·lbf | 0.0012850675 BTU |
| 2 ft·lbf | 0.0025701349 BTU |
| 5 ft·lbf | 0.0064253373 BTU |
| 10 ft·lbf | 0.0128506746 BTU |
| 25 ft·lbf | 0.0321266866 BTU |
| 50 ft·lbf | 0.0642533732 BTU |
| 100 ft·lbf | 0.1285067463 BTU |
How to convert foot-pounds to BTU
BTU = Foot-pounds × 0.0012850675. For example, 2 ft·lbf = 0.0025701349 BTU. Type a value in either box above: the other one updates instantly, both ways.
What is a foot-pound?
A foot-pound (ft·lbf) is the work of one pound-force over one foot, about 1.356 joules.
What is a BTU?
A BTU (British thermal unit) is about 1,055 joules, the energy to heat one pound of water by 1 °F.
How do I convert foot-pounds to BTU?
Use the formula BTU = Foot-pounds × 0.0012850675. Type a value in the foot-pounds box and the result appears instantly.
How many BTU are in 1 foot-pound?
1 ft·lbf = 0.0012850675 BTU.
Is this converter free and private?
Yes. It is free, needs no sign-up, and the calculation runs in your browser: nothing is sent to a server.
Is a food Calorie the same as a calorie?
No. The Calorie on food labels is a kilocalorie (kcal), 1000 small calories or 4.184 kJ. This page uses the thermochemical calorie, 4.184 J.