Calories to Foot-pounds Converter
Convert calories (cal) to foot-pounds (ft·lbf)
Result
3.085960033 ft·lbf
Foot-pounds
1 cal = 3.085960033 ft·lbf
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How to convert calories to foot-pounds
One calorie equals 3.08596 foot-pounds, so multiply the number of calories by 3.08596.
ft·lbf = cal × 3.08596
1 cal = 3.08596 ft·lbf · 1 ft·lbf = 0.3240483 cal
Worked example
To convert 5 calories to foot-pounds: 5 cal × 3.08596 = 15.4298 ft·lbf.
About calories (cal)
A (small) calorie is 4.184 J, the energy to warm 1 g of water by 1 °C. Food “Calories” are actually kilocalories.
About foot-pounds (ft·lbf)
A foot-pound is the work of one pound-force over one foot, used in US engineering.
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Frequently asked questions
How many foot-pounds are in one calorie?
One calorie equals 3.08596 foot-pounds.
How many calories are in one foot-pound?
One foot-pound equals 0.3240483 calories.
How do I convert calories to foot-pounds?
Use the formula ft·lbf = cal × 3.08596. For example, 5 cal × 3.08596 = 15.4298 ft·lbf.