Conversion table
| Inch-pounds (in-lb) | Foot-pounds (ft-lb) |
|---|---|
| 6 in-lb | 0.5 |
| 12 in-lb | 1 |
| 24 in-lb | 2 |
| 60 in-lb | 5 |
| 120 in-lb | 10 |
| 240 in-lb | 20 |
How to convert in-lb to ft-lb
ft-lb = in-lb ÷ 12reverse: in-lb = ft-lb × 12
- in-lb
- inch-pounds you enter
- ft-lb
- the result in foot-pounds
- 12
- inch-pounds in one foot-pound
This one is exact and unit-only, no metric conversion involved, since both are customary torque units.
Frequently asked questions
How many foot-pounds is 120 in-lb?
120 inch-pounds is 10 foot-pounds.
How many inch-pounds is 5 ft-lb?
5 foot-pounds is 60 inch-pounds.
Why is a foot-pound 12 inch-pounds?
Because a foot is 12 inches, and torque is force times distance, so the distance scales by 12.
Which unit do torque wrenches use?
Larger click wrenches read in foot-pounds; small precision drivers read in inch-pounds.