Convert joule/centimeter to poundal
Please provide values below to convert joule/centimeter [J/cm] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to joule/centimeter.
1 J/cm = 723.301408015 pdl. To convert joule/centimeter to poundal, multiply the value by 723.301408015; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 0.0013825495 J/cm). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 J/cm = 723.301408015 pdl
- 1 pdl = 0.0013825495 J/cm
- 10 J/cm = 7233.01408015 pdl
- 100 J/cm = 72330.1408015 pdl
How to Convert Joule/centimeter to Poundal
1 J/cm = 723.301408014686 pdl
Example: convert 15 J/cm to pdl:
15 J/cm = 15 × 723.301408014686 pdl = 10849.5211202203 pdl
Joule/centimeter to Poundal Conversion Table
| joule/centimeter | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 J/cm | 723.301408015 pdl |
| 2 J/cm | 1446.60281603 pdl |
| 3 J/cm | 2169.90422404 pdl |
| 5 J/cm | 3616.50704007 pdl |
| 10 J/cm | 7233.01408015 pdl |
| 20 J/cm | 14466.0281603 pdl |
| 50 J/cm | 36165.0704007 pdl |
| 100 J/cm | 72330.1408015 pdl |
| 500 J/cm | 361650.704007 pdl |
| 1000 J/cm | 723301.408015 pdl |
Joule/centimeter
The joule per centimeter (J/cm) is a unit of energy density or energy per unit length, representing the amount of energy (joules) contained or transferred per centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit derives from the SI unit of energy, the joule, combined with the centimeter as a unit of length. It has been used in contexts such as material science and physics to measure energy distribution over small distances.
Current Use
J/cm is used in fields like material testing, physics, and engineering to quantify energy density, especially in applications involving thin films, coatings, or localized energy measurements.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.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 joule/centimeter in poundal?
1 joule/centimeter (J/cm) = 723.301408015 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert joule/centimeter to poundal?
Multiply the joule/centimeter value by 723.301408015. For example, 25 J/cm × 723.301408015 = 18082.5352004 pdl.
What is 10 joule/centimeter in poundal?
10 J/cm = 7233.01408015 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the joule/centimeter or the poundal?
The joule/centimeter is the larger unit: 1 J/cm = 723.301408015 pdl.