Convert ton-force (long)/square foot to ton-force (short)/sq. foot
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (long)/square foot [tonf (UK)/ft^2] to ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2], or Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to ton-force (long)/square foot.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Long)/square Foot to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
1 tonf (UK)/ft^2 = 1.11999999984127 tonf (US)/ft^2
Example: convert 15 tonf (UK)/ft^2 to tonf (US)/ft^2:
15 tonf (UK)/ft^2 = 15 × 1.11999999984127 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 16.7999999976191 tonf (US)/ft^2
Ton-Force (Long)/square Foot to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Long)/square Foot
Ton-force (long) per square foot is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one long ton (2,240 pounds) distributed over one square foot.
History/Origin
This unit originated in the UK as a practical measure for engineering and industrial applications, combining the long ton (used primarily in the UK) with square foot to measure pressure in contexts such as structural and mechanical engineering.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units like pascals. It may still appear in historical data, specialized fields, or regional contexts within the UK.
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
Ton-force per square foot (tonf/ft²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square foot.
History/Origin
The ton-force per square foot originated from the use of the ton-force as a unit of force in the Imperial system, primarily in engineering and construction contexts, to measure pressure or stress levels. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in specific industries.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units such as pascals. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications related to structural and material stress assessments.