Convert Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second (PS to ft-lb/s)

Use this tool to convert between power units like Watt, Milliwatt, Kilowatt etc.

Use this calculator to convert Horsepower (metric) (PS) to Foot-pounds per second (ft-lb/s) with ease. Get accurate power conversions instantly.

How to Convert Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second

Converting Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second is straightforward. The conversion formula is:

Foot-pounds per second = Horsepower (metric) × 542.47603863681

This means that 1 Horsepower (metric) equals 542.47603863681 Foot-pounds per second. Conversely, 1 Foot-pound per second equals 0.001843399392373 Horsepower (metric).

Example Calculation

To convert 10 Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second:

10 PS × 542.47603863681 = 5424.7603863681 ft-lb/s

Common Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second Conversions

  • 1 PS = 542.47603863681 ft-lb/s
  • 5 PS = 2712.380193184 ft-lb/s
  • 10 PS = 5424.7603863681 ft-lb/s
  • 50 PS = 27123.801931841 ft-lb/s
  • 100 PS = 54247.603863681 ft-lb/s

Quick Reference

Conversion Formula: Foot-pounds per second = Horsepower (metric) × 542.47603863681

Conversion Ratio: 1 PS = 542.47603863681 ft-lb/s

Inverse Conversion: 1 ft-lb/s = 0.001843399392373 PS

Common Applications

Converting between Horsepower (metric) and Foot-pounds per second is frequently needed in:

  • Educational purposes and learning
  • Professional applications
  • Technical documentation
  • Scientific calculations and research

Whether you're working on a professional project or need conversions for everyday tasks, this power converter provides accurate results instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you convert Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second?

To convert Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second, multiply the value by 542.47603863681. The formula is: Foot-pounds per second = Horsepower (metric) × 542.47603863681. For example, 10 PS = 5424.7603863681 ft-lb/s.

How many Foot-pounds per second are in 1 Horsepower (metric)?

There are 542.47603863681 Foot-pounds per second in 1 Horsepower (metric). This is the standard conversion factor for power measurements.

What is the formula for converting PS to ft-lb/s?

The conversion formula is: ft-lb/s = PS × 542.47603863681. Simply multiply your Horsepower (metric) value by 542.47603863681 to get the equivalent in Foot-pounds per second.

How do you convert Foot-pounds per second to Horsepower (metric)?

To convert Foot-pounds per second back to Horsepower (metric), multiply by 0.001843399392373. The inverse formula is: Horsepower (metric) = Foot-pounds per second × 0.001843399392373.

Is Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second conversion accurate?

Yes, this converter uses the standard international conversion factor of 542.47603863681, ensuring accurate and reliable results for all power conversions.

When should I use Horsepower (metric) vs Foot-pounds per second?

Horsepower (metric) and Foot-pounds per second are different units of power. Use Horsepower (metric) for various applications and Foot-pounds per second for various applications.

Quick Reference - PS to ft-lb/s

Quick reference table showing common Horsepower (metric) to Foot-pounds per second conversions. Use this chart for fast lookups of frequently used values.

PSft-lb/s
0.1 PS54.247603863681 ft-lb/s
0.2 PS108.49520772736 ft-lb/s
0.3 PS162.74281159104 ft-lb/s
0.4 PS216.99041545473 ft-lb/s
0.5 PS271.23801931841 ft-lb/s
0.6 PS325.48562318209 ft-lb/s
0.7 PS379.73322704577 ft-lb/s
0.8 PS433.98083090945 ft-lb/s
0.9 PS488.22843477313 ft-lb/s
PSft-lb/s
1 PS542.47603863681 ft-lb/s
2 PS1084.9520772736 ft-lb/s
3 PS1627.4281159104 ft-lb/s
4 PS2169.9041545473 ft-lb/s
5 PS2712.3801931841 ft-lb/s
6 PS3254.8562318209 ft-lb/s
7 PS3797.3322704577 ft-lb/s
8 PS4339.8083090945 ft-lb/s
9 PS4882.2843477313 ft-lb/s
PSft-lb/s
10 PS5424.7603863681 ft-lb/s
20 PS10849.520772736 ft-lb/s
30 PS16274.281159104 ft-lb/s
40 PS21699.041545473 ft-lb/s
50 PS27123.801931841 ft-lb/s
60 PS32548.562318209 ft-lb/s
70 PS37973.322704577 ft-lb/s
80 PS43398.083090945 ft-lb/s
90 PS48822.843477313 ft-lb/s
PSft-lb/s
100 PS54247.603863681 ft-lb/s
200 PS108495.20772736 ft-lb/s
300 PS162742.81159104 ft-lb/s
400 PS216990.41545473 ft-lb/s
500 PS271238.01931841 ft-lb/s
600 PS325485.62318209 ft-lb/s
700 PS379733.22704577 ft-lb/s
800 PS433980.83090945 ft-lb/s
900 PS488228.43477313 ft-lb/s
PSft-lb/s
1000 PS542476.03863681 ft-lb/s
2000 PS1084952.0772736 ft-lb/s
3000 PS1627428.1159104 ft-lb/s
4000 PS2169904.1545473 ft-lb/s
5000 PS2712380.1931841 ft-lb/s
6000 PS3254856.2318209 ft-lb/s
7000 PS3797332.2704577 ft-lb/s
8000 PS4339808.3090945 ft-lb/s
9000 PS4882284.3477313 ft-lb/s
PSft-lb/s
10000 PS5424760.3863681 ft-lb/s
20000 PS10849520.772736 ft-lb/s
30000 PS16274281.159104 ft-lb/s
40000 PS21699041.545473 ft-lb/s
50000 PS27123801.931841 ft-lb/s
60000 PS32548562.318209 ft-lb/s
70000 PS37973322.704577 ft-lb/s
80000 PS43398083.090945 ft-lb/s
90000 PS48822843.477313 ft-lb/s