Convert Pound-force second per square foot to Pascal second - Accurate Dynamic Viscosity Conversion Calculator
Pound-force second per square foot
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Pound-force second per square foot Unit Table
A list of units symbol and data.
From lbf·s/ft²To Pa·sAll conversion
1 lbf·s/ft²47.880258 Pa·s
2 lbf·s/ft²95.760516 Pa·s
3 lbf·s/ft²143.640774 Pa·s
4 lbf·s/ft²191.521032 Pa·s
5 lbf·s/ft²239.40129 Pa·s
6 lbf·s/ft²287.281548 Pa·s
7 lbf·s/ft²335.16180599999996 Pa·s
8 lbf·s/ft²383.042064 Pa·s
9 lbf·s/ft²430.922322 Pa·s
10 lbf·s/ft²478.80258 Pa·s
Description

Pound-Force Second per Square Foot (lbf·s/ft²): Imperial Unit of Dynamic Viscosity

The Pound-force second per square foot (lbf·s/ft²) is an imperial unit of dynamic viscosity, expressing the force in pound-force required to move a fluid layer over another with a velocity gradient of one foot per second across a one-foot gap.

This unit is primarily used in the United States and other countries employing the imperial system, particularly in industries like aerospace and mechanical engineering. It facilitates the analysis and design of systems involving fluid flow and lubrication within the imperial measurement framework.

Converting lbf·s/ft² to SI units involves multiplying by approximately 47.8803, yielding the equivalent value in Pascal seconds (Pa·s).

Understanding the Pascal Second (Pa·s)

The Pascal second (Pa·s) is the SI unit of dynamic viscosity, representing the internal resistance of a fluid to flow. It quantifies the force required to move one layer of fluid in relation to another. Specifically, one Pascal second equals one newton-second per square meter (N·s/m²).

This unit is pivotal in engineering and physics, especially when analyzing fluid dynamics in systems where precise viscosity measurements are crucial. For instance, in designing lubrication systems, understanding the fluid's resistance helps in selecting appropriate lubricants to ensure optimal performance.

In practical applications, the Pa·s is often used in conjunction with other units to express viscosity in more manageable terms, such as millipascal-seconds (mPa·s), where 1 Pa·s equals 1000 mPa·s.

Complete list of conversion for Pound-force second per square foot
Pound-force second per square foot (lbf·s/ft²)

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 47.880258 Pascal second

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → Pa·s

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 47880.257999999994 Millipascal second

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → mPa·s

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 478.80258 Poise

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → P

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 47880.257999999994 Centipoise

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → cP

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 478.80258 Dyne second per square centimeter

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → dyn·s/cm²

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 47.880258 Newton second per square meter

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → N·s/m²

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 47.880258 Kilogram per meter second

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → kg/(m·s)

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 0.006944441575921424 Pound-force second per square inch

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → lbf·s/in²

1 Pound-force second per square foot = 0.006944441575921424 Reyn

Convert 2 lbf·s/ft² → reyn