Convert poundal to newton
Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force in the foot–pound–second (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
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 to Newton conversion table
| Poundal | Newton | Newton | Poundal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0.138255 | 1 | 7.23301 |
| 2 | 0.27651 | 2 | 14.466 |
| 3 | 0.414765 | 3 | 21.699 |
| 5 | 0.691275 | 5 | 36.1651 |
| 10 | 1.38255 | 10 | 72.3301 |
| 20 | 2.7651 | 20 | 144.66 |
| 25 | 3.45637 | 25 | 180.825 |
| 50 | 6.91275 | 50 | 361.651 |
| 100 | 13.8255 | 100 | 723.301 |
| 250 | 34.5637 | 250 | 1808.25 |
| 500 | 69.1275 | 500 | 3616.51 |
| 1000 | 138.255 | 1000 | 7233.01 |
How to convert Poundal to Newton
1 pdl = 0.138255 N. To convert any value, multiply it by 0.138255. For example, 25 pdl = 3.45637 N.
Frequently asked questions
- How many N are there in one pdl?
- One pdl is equal to 0.138255 N.
- How do you convert Poundal to Newton?
- Multiply the value in Poundal by 0.138255 to get the result in Newton.
- How much is 25 pdl in N?
- 25 pdl is equal to 3.45637 N.
- How do you convert Newton back to Poundal?
- Divide by the same factor: multiply the value in Newton by 7.23301 to get Poundal.