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 |
|---|---|
| 1 | 14.0867 |
| 2 | 28.1734 |
| 5 | 70.4336 |
| 10 | 140.867 |
| 25 | 352.168 |
| 50 | 704.336 |
| 100 | 1408.67 |
| 500 | 7043.36 |
| 1000 | 14086.7 |