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Pounds per Foot to Kilograms per Metre Converter

Convert linear mass using avoirdupois pounds and the international foot.

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Enter a finite, non-negative value.

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How to use this tool

  1. Enter a finite non-negative linear mass in lb/ft.
  2. Convert using the declared pound and foot definitions.
  3. Read the result in kg/m.

Definitions

lb means avoirdupois pound (exactly 0.45359237 kg); ft means international foot (exactly 0.3048 m).

Scope

Mass per length only. This is not force per length (lbf/ft) or a structural capacity check.

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Common questions

Does lb mean pound-force?

No. This converter uses pound mass (avoirdupois).

Is the factor exact?

Yes, using the international avoirdupois pound and foot.