Convert milliwatt to pound-foot/minute
Please provide values below to convert milliwatt [mW] to pound-foot/minute [lbf*ft/min], or Convert pound-foot/minute to milliwatt.
How to Convert Milliwatt to Pound-Foot/minute
1 mW = 0.0442537403261324 lbf*ft/min
Example: convert 15 mW to lbf*ft/min:
15 mW = 15 × 0.0442537403261324 lbf*ft/min = 0.663806104891985 lbf*ft/min
Milliwatt to Pound-Foot/minute Conversion Table
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Milliwatt
A milliwatt (mW) is a unit of power equal to one thousandth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The milliwatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring low power levels, especially in electronics and telecommunications, with its usage expanding alongside the adoption of the watt as the standard power unit.
Current Use
Milliwatts are commonly used today in electronics, audio equipment, and wireless communication devices to specify power levels, such as in battery-powered devices, LED brightness, and signal transmission power.
Pound-Foot/minute
Pound-foot per minute (lbf·ft/min) is a unit of power representing the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred, specifically the amount of work in pound-feet performed per minute.
History/Origin
The pound-foot per minute has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure power, especially in systems where imperial units are prevalent. It is derived from the foot-pound unit of work, divided by time in minutes, aligning with traditional British engineering practices.
Current Use
Today, pound-foot per minute is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as mechanical and automotive industries, to measure torque-related power outputs, though it is less common than SI units like watts or horsepower.