What is a Pound-force (lbf)?
Pound-force (lbf) is a unit of force equal to the gravitational force on one pound of mass under standard gravity.
Definition
Symbol
lbf
Category
Force
System
Imperial
1 {unit} = {value} {otherUnit}
1 Pound-force = 4.44822 Newton (N)
1 Pound-force = 0.00444822 Kilonewton (kN)
1 Pound-force = 0.453592 Kilogram-force (kgf)
1 Pound-force = 444822 Dyne (dyn)
Common Uses
- Engineering in US
- Rocket thrust
- Material testing
