How to Convert Inch-Pounds to the Metric System

The United States uses imperial measurement units, while the rest of the world uses the metric system. From engineers to construction workers, most people will run into a conversion problem at some point in their lives. There are several mathematical formulas used to convert these units. One of the frequently used conversions in many disciplines is changing inch-pounds to kilogram force meters, which are measurements of torque.

Things You'll Need

• Torque wrench
• Calculator

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Using a torque wrench, determine the amount of inch-pounds applied to the nut or bolt. For this example, assume a force of 10 inch-pounds.

   • 2

     Convert the inch-pounds to foot-pounds by multiplying by 12. Example: 10 * 12 = 120 foot-pounds.

   • 3

     Multiply the foot-pounds by 0.1383 to determine kilogram force meters. In this example, 120 * 0.1383 = 16.596 kilogram force meters.