Convert Ounce-force to Pound-force
Convert Ounce-force to Pound-force instantly. 1 Ounce-force (ozf) equals 0.0625 Pound-force (lbf).
Ounce-force to Pound-force conversion table
| Ounce-force (ozf) | Pound-force (lbf) |
|---|---|
| 1 ozf | 0.0625 lbf |
| 2 ozf | 0.125 lbf |
| 3 ozf | 0.1875 lbf |
| 5 ozf | 0.3125 lbf |
| 10 ozf | 0.625 lbf |
| 20 ozf | 1.25 lbf |
| 50 ozf | 3.125 lbf |
| 100 ozf | 6.25 lbf |
| 500 ozf | 31.25 lbf |
| 1,000 ozf | 62.5 lbf |
1 Ounce-force = 0.0625 Pound-force · multiply Ounce-force by 0.0625
About converting Ounce-force to Pound-force
Ounce-force (ozf) and Pound-force (lbf) are both units of force, so converting between them is a single multiplication: multiply your Ounce-force figure by 0.0625. Ten Ounce-force comes to 0.625 Pound-force, and a hundred works out at 6.25 Pound-force.
Rule of thumb: going from Ounce-force to Pound-force divides, so the figure always shrinks — it takes about 16 Ounce-force to make a single Pound-force. If your answer came out bigger, you have the conversion the wrong way round.
What is an Ounce-force?
The ounce-force is the pound-force scaled down: the force standard gravity exerts on one ounce of mass. It exists because a great deal of engineering deals in small forces, and "a fraction of a pound" is an unhelpful way to say them. American component data sheets are where it lives — the operating force of a microswitch or push-button, spring tensions, and the torque of small motors, which is routinely specified in ounce-inches. Everywhere else the same measurements are made in newtons, so most people outside US component engineering never meet it.
What is a Pound-force?
The pound-force exists to solve a problem the pound created. In everyday American use "pounds" means weight — but weight is a force, while the pound is also a unit of mass, and the two cannot be the same thing. The pound-force is defined as the force standard gravity exerts on one pound of mass, which makes the numbers agree on Earth and hides the distinction until it matters. When it does matter it matters badly: confusing lbm with lbf has caused real and expensive engineering errors, and the unit invented to keep the equations honest — the slug — is awkward enough to be a fair summary of why engineers prefer SI.
To put both in perspective: pressing a keyboard key takes roughly 2 ounce-force, while a laptop sitting on a desk presses down with about 3 pound-force.
The converter above updates as you type, and the table lists common values for quick reference. Need the opposite direction? Use the Pound-force to Ounce-force converter, or browse all Force converters.
Frequently asked questions
How many Pound-force are in one Ounce-force?
There are 0.0625 Pound-force in one Ounce-force.
How do I convert Ounce-force to Pound-force?
Multiply the number of Ounce-force by 0.0625. For example, 10 Ounce-force = 0.625 Pound-force.
What is 100 Ounce-force in Pound-force?
100 Ounce-force is equal to 6.25 Pound-force.
How do I convert Pound-force to Ounce-force?
Multiply the Pound-force value by 16 (or divide by 0.0625).
Is this Ounce-force to Pound-force conversion exact?
The definition is exact — Ounce-force and Pound-force are both fixed against the same base by international agreement — but the decimal shown here is rounded for readability, because the true ratio does not terminate. For engineering or scientific work, carry more decimal places than this page displays.
What is an Ounce-force?
The ounce-force is the pound-force scaled down: the force standard gravity exerts on one ounce of mass. It exists because a great deal of engineering deals in small forces, and "a fraction of a pound" is an unhelpful way to say them. American component data sheets are where it lives — the operating force of a microswitch or push-button, spring tensions, and the torque of small motors, which is routinely specified in ounce-inches. Everywhere else the same measurements are made in newtons, so most people outside US component engineering never meet it.
What is a Pound-force?
The pound-force exists to solve a problem the pound created. In everyday American use "pounds" means weight — but weight is a force, while the pound is also a unit of mass, and the two cannot be the same thing. The pound-force is defined as the force standard gravity exerts on one pound of mass, which makes the numbers agree on Earth and hides the distinction until it matters. When it does matter it matters badly: confusing lbm with lbf has caused real and expensive engineering errors, and the unit invented to keep the equations honest — the slug — is awkward enough to be a fair summary of why engineers prefer SI.