Power and Energy
ft·lbf/stokW
Convert foot-pounds force per second (ft·lbf/s) to kilowatts (kW).
Factor1 ft·lbf/s = 0.001355818 kW
Converter
ft·lbf/s
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kW
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kW = ft·lbf/s × 0.001355818
Multiply any value in foot-pounds force per second by 0.001355818 to obtain the value in kilowatts.
Worked example
Convert 10000 ft·lbf/s to kW.
- 01Start with 10000 ft·lbf/s.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10000 × 0.001355818 = 13.5582 kW.
Result10000 ft·lbf/s = 13.5582 kW
Conversion table
| ft·lbf/s | kW |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0013558 |
| 2 | 0.0027116 |
| 5 | 0.0067791 |
| 10 | 0.013558 |
| 20 | 0.027116 |
| 50 | 0.067791 |
| 100 | 0.13558 |
| 200 | 0.27116 |
| 500 | 0.67791 |
| 1000 | 1.3558 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from ft·lbf/s to kW?
1 ft·lbf/s equals 0.001355818 kW. To convert, multiply the value in foot-pounds force per second by 0.001355818.
How do I convert 1 ft·lbf/s to kW?
1 ft·lbf/s = 0.00135582 kW. For any value, multiply by 0.001355818.
How do I convert kW back to ft·lbf/s?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 737.5621. So 1 kW = 737.562 ft·lbf/s.
When would I need to convert foot-pound force per second to kilowatt?
Power conversions are common when comparing motor ratings (often kW or hp), thermal duty (BTU/hr or kW), and utility consumption in mixed-unit projects.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).