Convert newton to poundal
Newton
The newton (symbol: N) is the SI unit of force, named after Sir Isaac Newton. One newton is the force needed to accelerate a mass of one kilogram at one metre per second squared (1 N = 1 kg·m/s²). Roughly the weight of a small (100 g) apple under standard gravity, it is the base unit used throughout physics and engineering to express force, weight and thrust.
Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force in the footāpoundāsecond (FPS) absolute system, defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one pound-mass at a rate of one foot per second squared. One poundal is equal to approximately 0.138255 newtons, making it considerably smaller than the pound-force. Unlike the pound-force, the poundal does not depend on the local gravitational acceleration, making it an absolute unit. It was introduced in the 19th century to provide a coherent absolute unit system analogous to the CGS dyne.
Newton to Poundal conversion table
| Newton | Poundal | Poundal | Newton |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7.23301 | 1 | 0.138255 |
| 2 | 14.466 | 2 | 0.27651 |
| 3 | 21.699 | 3 | 0.414765 |
| 5 | 36.1651 | 5 | 0.691275 |
| 10 | 72.3301 | 10 | 1.38255 |
| 20 | 144.66 | 20 | 2.7651 |
| 25 | 180.825 | 25 | 3.45637 |
| 50 | 361.651 | 50 | 6.91275 |
| 100 | 723.301 | 100 | 13.8255 |
| 250 | 1808.25 | 250 | 34.5637 |
| 500 | 3616.51 | 500 | 69.1275 |
| 1000 | 7233.01 | 1000 | 138.255 |
How to convert Newton to Poundal
1 N = 7.23301 pdl. To convert any value, multiply it by 7.23301. For example, 25 N = 180.825 pdl.
Frequently asked questions
- How many pdl are there in one N?
- One N is equal to 7.23301 pdl.
- How do you convert Newton to Poundal?
- Multiply the value in Newton by 7.23301 to get the result in Poundal.
- How much is 25 N in pdl?
- 25 N is equal to 180.825 pdl.
- How do you convert Poundal back to Newton?
- Divide by the same factor: multiply the value in Poundal by 0.138255 to get Newton.