Metric horsepower to Foot-pound per second
Convert Metric horsepower to Foot-pound per second instantly. Free online engineering unit converter with exact formula, conversion table and FAQ.
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Formula
ft-lb/s = PS × 542.476
PS = ft-lb/s × 0.0018434
Conversion table
| 1 PS | 542.476 ft-lb/s |
| 5 PS | 2712.38 ft-lb/s |
| 10 PS | 5424.76 ft-lb/s |
| 20 PS | 10849.5 ft-lb/s |
| 50 PS | 27123.8 ft-lb/s |
| 100 PS | 54247.6 ft-lb/s |
| 500 PS | 271238 ft-lb/s |
| 1000 PS | 542476 ft-lb/s |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the source unit in this conversion?
The source unit is the Metric horsepower (PS). Metric horsepower.
What is the destination unit in this conversion?
The destination unit is the Foot-pound per second (ft-lb/s). Mechanical power rate.
How do I convert Metric horsepower to Foot-pound per second?
Multiply the Metric horsepower value by 542.476. For example, 10 PS × 542.476 = 5424.76 ft-lb/s.
Is the Metric horsepower to Foot-pound per second conversion exact?
Yes. Both units belong to the same engineering measurement family (power), so the ratio between them is a fixed, defined value rather than a measured approximation.
Where is this conversion commonly used?
It's used whenever a value expressed in Metric horsepower needs to be compared with, or reported in, Foot-pound per second, such as in engineering, scientific, or industrial calculations.
Can I convert Foot-pound per second back to Metric horsepower?
Yes. Multiply the Foot-pound per second value by 0.0018434 to get Metric horsepower.
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About this conversion
This page converts Metric horsepower (PS) to Foot-pound per second (ft-lb/s) within the engineering converter.
Metric horsepower. Mechanical power rate.
The formula is ft-lb/s = PS × 542.476, based on each unit's fixed relationship to the power base unit.
The conversion is exact, since it relies on a fixed numerical ratio between the two units rather than a measured or approximate value.
Use the calculator above for instant results, or the table below for common Metric horsepower values already converted to Foot-pound per second.