A torque conversion for smaller fasteners, where inch-pounds are a more convenient scale than foot-pounds.
How it works
Multiplying newton-meters by 8.8507 gives inch-pounds; dividing inch-pounds by that same constant gives newton-meters back.
What this does not include
This does not include foot-pounds — for that larger torque unit, use this site’s newton-meters-to-foot-pounds calculator instead.
How to use this calculator
- Enter a value in either newton-meters or inch-pounds — the other field fills in automatically.
Frequently asked questions
Why use inch-pounds instead of foot-pounds?
Small fasteners often have torque specs well under 1 foot-pound, which would require awkward decimals — inch-pounds (1/12 of a foot-pound) give a more convenient whole-number scale for those specs.
Where is this conversion most commonly needed?
Automotive and electronics assembly, where small bolts and screws have torque specifications given in inch-pounds.
Is this the same physical quantity as foot-pounds, just rescaled?
Yes — both measure torque; inch-pounds and foot-pounds differ only by the exact factor of 12, since a foot is 12 inches.
