Convert gram-force to poundal
Please provide values below to convert gram-force [gf] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to gram-force.
1 gf = 0.0709316375291 pdl. To convert gram-force to poundal, multiply the value by 0.0709316375291; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 14.0980814039 gf). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 gf = 0.0709316375291 pdl
- 1 pdl = 14.0980814039 gf
- 10 gf = 0.709316375291 pdl
- 100 gf = 7.09316375291 pdl
How to Convert Gram-Force to Poundal
1 gf = 0.0709316375290722 pdl
Example: convert 15 gf to pdl:
15 gf = 15 × 0.0709316375290722 pdl = 1.06397456293608 pdl
Gram-Force to Poundal Conversion Table
| gram-force | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 gf | 0.0709316375291 pdl |
| 2 gf | 0.141863275058 pdl |
| 3 gf | 0.212794912587 pdl |
| 5 gf | 0.354658187645 pdl |
| 10 gf | 0.709316375291 pdl |
| 20 gf | 1.41863275058 pdl |
| 50 gf | 3.54658187645 pdl |
| 100 gf | 7.09316375291 pdl |
| 500 gf | 35.4658187645 pdl |
| 1000 gf | 70.9316375291 pdl |
Gram-Force
Gram-force (gf) is a unit of force defined as the force exerted by one gram of mass in standard gravity, approximately equal to 0.00980665 newtons.
History/Origin
The gram-force originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, used to express forces in terms of grams and centimeters. It was commonly used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Gram-force is now largely obsolete and replaced by the SI unit newton (N) in scientific and technical contexts. However, it may still be used in some engineering fields, calibration, and for illustrative purposes in educational settings.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.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 gram-force in poundal?
1 gram-force (gf) = 0.0709316375291 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert gram-force to poundal?
Multiply the gram-force value by 0.0709316375291. For example, 25 gf × 0.0709316375291 = 1.77329093823 pdl.
What is 10 gram-force in poundal?
10 gf = 0.709316375291 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the gram-force or the poundal?
The poundal is the larger unit: 1 gf equals only 0.0709316375291 pdl.