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Foot-pounds to Joules converter

Convert ft·lb to J instantly. Type any value and get the result in joules. 1 ft·lb = 1.35582 J.

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1 ft·lb=
1.35582J
formula1 ft·lb = 1.35582 J

Common foot-pounds → joules

=1.35582 J
=2.71164 J
=6.7791 J
=13.5582 J
=27.1164 J
=67.791 J
=135.582 J
=677.91 J
=1,355.82 J

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Convert the other way
Joules to Foot-pounds

How to convert foot-pounds to joules

To convert foot-pounds to joules, multiply the value by 1.35582.

Formula
J = ft·lb × 1.35582

For example:

  • →5 ft·lb = 6.7791 J
  • →100 ft·lb = 135.582 J

Quick reference

  • ▸1 ft·lb = 1.35582 J
  • ▸1 J = 0.737561 ft·lb

When you need to convert ft·lb to J

  • ·Nutrition — converting calories to kilojoules on food labels.
  • ·Electricity bills — kWh consumption.
  • ·Heating — BTU ratings for furnaces.
  • ·Exercise — calorie burn during workouts.
  • ·Science — chemistry and physics problems.

Frequently asked

How many joules are in 1 foot-pound?
One foot-pound equals 1.35582 joules.
How do I convert ft·lb to J in my head?
Multiply the value in foot-pounds by 1.35582 to get joules.
What is the formula for foot-pounds to joules?
J = ft·lb × 1.35582.
What is the reverse — how many foot-pounds in 1 joule?
One joule equals 0.737561 foot-pounds.

Related conversions

Joules to Foot-pounds
1 J = 0.737561 ft·lb
Foot-pounds to Kilojoules
1 ft·lb = 0.00135582 kJ
Foot-pounds to Calories
1 ft·lb = 0.324049 cal
Foot-pounds to Kilocalories
1 ft·lb = 0.000324049 kcal
Kilojoules to Joules
1 kJ = 1,000 J
Calories to Joules
1 cal = 4.184 J
Kilocalories to Joules
1 kcal = 4,184 J
Watt-hours to Joules
1 Wh = 3,600 J
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