lb/in³ to lb/ft³

1 lb/in³ = 1728 lb/ft³

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1 Pounds per Cubic Inch (lb/in³) = 1,728 Pounds per Cubic Foot (lb/ft³)

Explanation

Multiply by 1728 because 1 lb/in³ = 27679.904710203125 kg/m³ and 1 lb/ft³ = 16.01846337396014 kg/m³.

Common Conversion Values

Pounds per Cubic Inch (lb/in³)Pounds per Cubic Foot (lb/ft³)
0.1 172.8
0.5 864
1 1,728
5 8,640
10 17,280
50 86,400
100 172,800
500 864,000
1,000 1,728,000

How to use this hub

  1. Choose a converter family.
  2. If converting to/from grams from a volume unit, select an ingredient.
  3. For pure unit changes (volume↔volume or weight↔weight), use universal conversions.

If your conversion includes grams, you’ll choose an ingredient; otherwise you won’t.

Frequently Asked Questions

What defines this conversion?

The factor is derived from exact kilograms-per-cubic-meter normalization using fixed metric and imperial unit definitions.

Is the reverse conversion available?

Yes. Use the switch button or open the Pounds per Cubic Foot (lb/ft³) to Pounds per Cubic Inch (lb/in³) hub to view the mirror conversion.

Can I use decimals?

Yes. Decimal inputs are supported so fractional density values remain precise in calculator output.