Conversion table
| Inch-pounds (in-lb) | Newton-metres (Nm) |
|---|---|
| 10 in-lb | 1.13 |
| 20 in-lb | 2.26 |
| 35 in-lb | 3.954 |
| 50 in-lb | 5.649 |
| 75 in-lb | 8.474 |
| 100 in-lb | 11.298 |
| 150 in-lb | 16.948 |
| 250 in-lb | 28.246 |
How to convert in-lb to Nm
Nm = in-lb × 0.112985reverse: in-lb = Nm × 8.851 · 12 in-lb = 1 ft-lb
- in-lb
- inch-pounds you enter
- Nm
- the result in newton-metres
- 0.112985
- newton-metres in one inch-pound
- 8.851
- inch-pounds in one newton-metre
Inch-pounds keep the number readable on light fasteners, where the newton-metre value drops below one. Torque to the maker figure; this only swaps the units.
Frequently asked questions
How many Nm is 50 in-lb?
50 inch-pounds is about 5.65 Nm.
How many inch-pounds is 2 Nm?
2 newton-metres is about 17.7 in-lb.
What is 100 in-lb in newton-metres?
100 inch-pounds is about 11.3 Nm.
Why would a spec use inch-pounds?
On small screws and trim the newton-metre figure is a fraction, so inch-pounds give a fuller number to read on the driver.
Is this different from Nm to inch-pounds?
No, it is the same conversion. Type into whichever field you have the value in and the other one fills.