Convert kilopond meter to inch-pound
Please provide values below to convert kilopond meter [kp*m] to inch-pound [in*lbf], or Convert inch-pound to kilopond meter.
How to Convert Kilopond Meter to Inch-Pound
1 kp*m = 86.7961654675234 in*lbf
Example: convert 15 kp*m to in*lbf:
15 kp*m = 15 × 86.7961654675234 in*lbf = 1301.94248201285 in*lbf
Kilopond Meter to Inch-Pound Conversion Table
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Kilopond Meter
A kilopond meter (kp·m) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one kilopond applied at a distance of one meter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The kilopond meter was used in the past within the metric system to quantify torque, especially in mechanical and engineering contexts, before the adoption of the new SI units. It is based on the kilopond, a gravitational unit of force equivalent to the weight of one kilogram under standard gravity.
Current Use
The kilopond meter is largely obsolete and rarely used today. Torque is now typically measured in newton meters (N·m) within the SI system, which is the standard in scientific and engineering applications.
Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are standard.