Convert attonewton to poundal

Please provide values below to convert attonewton [aN] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to attonewton.

1 aN = 7.2330e-18 pdl. To convert attonewton to poundal, multiply the value by 7.2330e-18; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 1.3825e+17 aN). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.

Quick Reference

  • 1 aN = 7.2330e-18 pdl
  • 1 pdl = 1.3825e+17 aN
  • 10 aN = 7.2330e-17 pdl
  • 100 aN = 7.2330e-16 pdl



How to Convert Attonewton to Poundal

1 aN = 7.23301408014686e-18 pdl

Example: convert 15 aN to pdl:
15 aN = 15 × 7.23301408014686e-18 pdl = 1.08495211202203e-16 pdl


Attonewton to Poundal Conversion Table

attonewton poundal
1 aN 7.2330e-18 pdl
2 aN 1.4466e-17 pdl
3 aN 2.1699e-17 pdl
5 aN 3.6165e-17 pdl
10 aN 7.2330e-17 pdl
20 aN 1.4466e-16 pdl
50 aN 3.6165e-16 pdl
100 aN 7.2330e-16 pdl
500 aN 3.6165e-15 pdl
1000 aN 7.2330e-15 pdl

Attonewton

An attonewton (aN) is a unit of force equal to 10^-18 newtons.

History/Origin

The attonewton is part of the SI prefixes system, introduced to measure extremely small forces, with its usage becoming more relevant in nanotechnology and precision measurements.

Current Use

Attonewtons are used in scientific research involving microscopic forces, such as in atomic and molecular physics, and in nanotechnology applications where very small forces are measured.


Poundal

The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of one foot per second squared.

History/Origin

The poundal was introduced in the 19th century as part of the FPS system of units, primarily used in engineering and physics in the United States before the widespread adoption of the SI system.

Current Use

Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 attonewton in poundal?

1 attonewton (aN) = 7.2330e-18 poundal (pdl).

How do you convert attonewton to poundal?

Multiply the attonewton value by 7.2330e-18. For example, 25 aN × 7.2330e-18 = 1.8083e-16 pdl.

What is 10 attonewton in poundal?

10 aN = 7.2330e-17 pdl.

Which unit is larger, the attonewton or the poundal?

The poundal is the larger unit: 1 aN equals only 7.2330e-18 pdl.