Nm to ft-lb Torque Converter
Convert torque specs between Newton-meters, foot-pounds and inch-pounds. For bike repairs, car work, 3D printer assembly and any bolted joint that matters.
Last updated: May 2026
Enter a value to see the conversion instantly.
How to use this torque converter
Enter your torque value, pick the source unit (Nm, ft-lb or in-lb), and the result appears immediately. The quick buttons give you common torque specs for bike stems (5 Nm), bottle cage bolts (10 Nm), crank arms (25 Nm), or car wheel nuts (80 Nm).
Common torque reference values
| Application | Nm | ft-lb | in-lb |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bike stem bolts | 5 Nm | 3.7 ft-lb | 44.3 in-lb |
| Bike bottle cage | 10 Nm | 7.4 ft-lb | 88.5 in-lb |
| 3D printer nozzle | 1.5 Nm | 1.1 ft-lb | 13.3 in-lb |
| Bike pedals | 35 Nm | 25.8 ft-lb | 310 in-lb |
| Car wheel nuts | 80-100 Nm | 59-74 ft-lb | 708-885 in-lb |
| Motorcycle oil drain plug | 20-25 Nm | 15-18 ft-lb | 177-221 in-lb |
| Bike cassette lockring | 40 Nm | 29.5 ft-lb | 354 in-lb |
When you need this tool
Bicycle repair manuals use Nm. American car manuals use ft-lb. Small fasteners sometimes use in-lb. Convert when your torque wrench shows one unit but the spec sheet shows another. Overtightening cracks carbon fiber bike parts. Undertightening lets bolts vibrate loose. Getting torque right matters.