joules to foot-pounds
Convert joule to foot-pound — instant, free, with the formula shown.
1 J=0.737562 ft·lb
How to convert joule to foot-pound
To convert joule to foot-pound, multiply by 0.73756215:
ft·lb = J × 0.73756215
For example, 10 J × 0.737562 = 7.375621 ft·lb.
J to ft·lb conversion table
| joules (J) | foot-pounds (ft·lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 J | 0.737562 ft·lb |
| 2 J | 1.475124 ft·lb |
| 5 J | 3.687811 ft·lb |
| 10 J | 7.375621 ft·lb |
| 25 J | 18.439054 ft·lb |
| 50 J | 36.878107 ft·lb |
| 100 J | 73.756215 ft·lb |
| 250 J | 184.390537 ft·lb |
| 500 J | 368.781075 ft·lb |
| 1000 J | 737.562149 ft·lb |
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J to ft·lb — frequently asked
How many foot-pounds are in 1 joule?
1 joule = 0.737562 foot-pounds (J × 0.737562 = ft·lb).
What is the formula to convert joule to foot-pound?
Multiply your joule value by 0.73756215 to get foot-pound.
How do I convert 10 joules to foot-pounds?
10 J = 7.375621 ft·lb. For 100 J the answer is 73.756215 ft·lb. Use the calculator on this page for any other value.
When to convert joule to foot-pound
1Electricity bills (kWh)
2Nutrition labels (kcal / food cal)
3HVAC and heating (BTU, therms)
4Physics and chemistry (J, eV)
Energy conversion — common questions
Is a food calorie the same as a calorie?
No — a food 'Calorie' (capital C) actually means 1 kilocalorie = 1,000 small calories = 4,184 J. Nutrition labels typically write 'cal' meaning kcal.
How many joules in 1 kWh?
1 kWh = 3,600,000 J (3.6 MJ). Because 1 kW × 1 hour = 1,000 W × 3,600 s = 3,600,000 J.
What is a BTU?
British Thermal Unit — the energy required to raise 1 pound of water by 1 °F. 1 BTU ≈ 1,055 J.
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