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Convert volt-amperes to foot-pounds per second

1 VA=0.7376ft·lbf/s

Use the converter below to change any volt-amperes value into foot-pounds per second instantly — with formula, conversion table, and real-world examples.

0.73756

Conversion formula

Forward
foot-pounds per second = volt-amperes × 0.7376
Reverse
volt-amperes = foot-pounds per second × 1.35582

Example: 10 VA × 0.7376 = 7.37562 ft·lbf/s.

About both units

From

Volt-Ampere

VA

The volt-ampere equals one watt for purely resistive loads, but differs from watts for inductive or capacitive AC loads. Used for transformer, UPS and generator sizing — which must handle apparent power, not just real power.

Real-world: Home UPS: 600–1500 VA. Transformer: kVA ratings. Motor power factor typically 0.8 — 1 kW motor = 1.25 kVA.
Read full volt-ampere reference →
To

Foot-Pound per Second

ft·lbf/s

Foot-pound per second equals 1.356 watts. Historical US mechanical-engineering unit, now largely replaced by watts or hp. Still appears in older engineering texts.

Real-world: Largely historical; modern specs use W or hp.
Read full foot-pound per second reference →

Volt-Ampere to Foot-Pound per Second conversion table

Common volt-amperes to foot-pounds per second values for quick reference.

Volt-Ampere (VA)Foot-Pound per Second (ft·lbf/s)
1 VA0.7376 ft·lbf/s
5 VA3.68781 ft·lbf/s
10 VA7.37562 ft·lbf/s
50 VA36.8781 ft·lbf/s
100 VA73.7562 ft·lbf/s
500 VA368.781 ft·lbf/s
1,000 VA737.562 ft·lbf/s
5,000 VA3,687.81 ft·lbf/s
10,000 VA7,375.62 ft·lbf/s
50,000 VA36,878.11 ft·lbf/s

Tips & common mistakes

Quick tips

  • VA = V × A (RMS).
  • For purely resistive loads, VA = W.
  • For motors, computers: VA > W (power factor < 1).

Avoid these

  • Treating VA and W as identical — only true for resistive loads.
  • Buying UPS by W when VA rating is required.
  • Ignoring power factor in transformer sizing.

Frequently asked questions

How many foot-pounds per second in a volt-ampere?
One volt-ampere equals 0.7376 foot-pounds per second.
How do I convert volt-amperes to foot-pounds per second?
Multiply the volt-ampere value by 0.7376 to get the equivalent in foot-pounds per second.
What is 100 volt-amperes in foot-pounds per second?
100 volt-amperes equals 73.7562 foot-pounds per second.
Is a volt-ampere bigger than a foot-pound per second?
No. 1 volt-ampere equals 0.7376 foot-pounds per second, so one volt-ampere is smaller.
How to convert volt-amperes to foot-pounds per second without a calculator?
Multiply by 0.74 for a quick estimate; use a calculator for precise results.

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More to Foot-Pound per Second

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