Torque Converter
Convert torque between newton-meters, pound-force feet, kilogram-force meters, ounce-force inches, and 6 other units at once. Enter one value, pick its unit, and see the equivalent in every unit.
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The Torque Converter turns a single torque (rotational force) measurement into its equivalent across 10 units at once. Enter one value, choose the unit it is expressed in, and the tool instantly builds a table showing the same torque in newton-meters, pound-force feet, kilogram-force meters, and more.
Torque specs matter most when tightening bolts and fasteners, where automotive and mechanical manuals mix metric (N·m) and imperial (lbf·ft, lbf·in) units depending on the manufacturer's country of origin. Getting the wrong unit can mean under- or over-tightening a critical fastener by a large factor.
How to use it
- Type the amount you want to convert into the Amount box.
- Pick the unit that amount is in from the Unit list.
- Optionally set the Decimal precision (0 to 10 places) for how the results are rounded.
The results table updates automatically. Use the copy and download buttons to grab every conversion as CSV.
How many pound-feet are in a newton-meter?
One newton-meter equals about 0.7376 pound-force feet. This tool applies that factor (and its inverse) automatically for any value.
Why does a torque wrench spec both N·m and lbf·ft?
Automotive and mechanical torque specs originate from manufacturers in different countries, so many wrenches and manuals list both to avoid mistakes — mixing them up on a critical bolt (like a wheel lug or cylinder head) can strip threads or leave a fastener dangerously loose.
What is the difference between lbf·ft and lbf·in?
Both use pound-force, but lbf·ft measures the force applied at a one-foot lever arm while lbf·in uses a one-inch lever arm — so 1 lbf·ft equals exactly 12 lbf·in. Small fasteners (like electronics screws) are usually specified in lbf·in or ozf·in because the torques involved are too small to express conveniently in foot-based units.
What is kilogram-force meter?
A kilogram-force meter (kgf·m) is an older metric torque unit based on the weight of 1 kg under standard gravity acting at a one-meter lever arm — it equals 9.80665 N·m exactly. It's largely superseded by the newton-meter but still appears in older manuals and some regions.
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