Pound-Force (lbf) Converter

Convert pound-force (lbf) to other force units instantly

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Understanding Pound-Force (lbf)

The pound-force (lbf) is a unit of force in the imperial and US customary systems. One pound-force is defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one pound at a rate of 32.174 feet per second squared (the standard acceleration due to gravity on Earth).

Common Uses

  • • Engineering calculations and specifications
  • • Thrust measurements in aerospace
  • • Material strength testing