Convert centinewton to poundal
Please provide values below to convert centinewton [cN] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to centinewton.
1 cN = 0.0723301408015 pdl. To convert centinewton to poundal, multiply the value by 0.0723301408015; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 13.825495 cN). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 cN = 0.0723301408015 pdl
- 1 pdl = 13.825495 cN
- 10 cN = 0.723301408015 pdl
- 100 cN = 7.23301408015 pdl
How to Convert Centinewton to Poundal
1 cN = 0.0723301408014686 pdl
Example: convert 15 cN to pdl:
15 cN = 15 × 0.0723301408014686 pdl = 1.08495211202203 pdl
Centinewton to Poundal Conversion Table
| centinewton | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 cN | 0.0723301408015 pdl |
| 2 cN | 0.144660281603 pdl |
| 3 cN | 0.216990422404 pdl |
| 5 cN | 0.361650704007 pdl |
| 10 cN | 0.723301408015 pdl |
| 20 cN | 1.44660281603 pdl |
| 50 cN | 3.61650704007 pdl |
| 100 cN | 7.23301408015 pdl |
| 500 cN | 36.1650704007 pdl |
| 1000 cN | 72.3301408015 pdl |
Centinewton
A centinewton (cN) is a unit of force equal to one hundredth of a newton, the SI derived unit of force.
History/Origin
The centinewton was introduced as a convenient subunit of the newton for measuring small forces, especially in engineering and physics contexts, though it is not an SI standard unit and is rarely used in formal scientific literature.
Current Use
The centinewton is primarily used in specialized fields such as engineering, material testing, and calibration where small force measurements are needed, but it is largely replaced by the newton in most scientific and technical applications.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.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 centinewton in poundal?
1 centinewton (cN) = 0.0723301408015 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert centinewton to poundal?
Multiply the centinewton value by 0.0723301408015. For example, 25 cN × 0.0723301408015 = 1.80825352004 pdl.
What is 10 centinewton in poundal?
10 cN = 0.723301408015 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the centinewton or the poundal?
The poundal is the larger unit: 1 cN equals only 0.0723301408015 pdl.