Foot-pounds to Ergs Converter
Convert foot-pounds (ft·lbf) to ergs (erg)
Result
1,35,58,179.48 erg
Ergs
1 ft·lbf = 1,35,58,179.48 erg
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How to convert foot-pounds to ergs
One foot-pound equals 1,35,58,180 ergs, so multiply the number of foot-pounds by 1,35,58,180.
erg = ft·lbf × 1,35,58,180
1 ft·lbf = 1,35,58,180 erg · 1 erg = 7.375621 × 10⁻⁸ ft·lbf
Worked example
To convert 5 foot-pounds to ergs: 5 ft·lbf × 1,35,58,180 = 6,77,90,900 erg.
About foot-pounds (ft·lbf)
A foot-pound is the work of one pound-force over one foot, used in US engineering.
About ergs (erg)
An erg is 10⁻⁷ J, the energy unit of the older CGS system.
More conversions
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Frequently asked questions
How many ergs are in one foot-pound?
One foot-pound equals 1,35,58,180 ergs.
How many foot-pounds are in one erg?
One erg equals 7.375621 × 10⁻⁸ foot-pounds.
How do I convert foot-pounds to ergs?
Use the formula erg = ft·lbf × 1,35,58,180. For example, 5 ft·lbf × 1,35,58,180 = 6,77,90,900 erg.