Convert kilogram-force to poundal
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force [kgf] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to kilogram-force.
1 kgf = 70.9316375291 pdl. To convert kilogram-force to poundal, multiply the value by 70.9316375291; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 0.0140980814039 kgf). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kgf = 70.9316375291 pdl
- 1 pdl = 0.0140980814039 kgf
- 10 kgf = 709.316375291 pdl
- 100 kgf = 7093.16375291 pdl
How to Convert Kilogram-Force to Poundal
1 kgf = 70.9316375290722 pdl
Example: convert 15 kgf to pdl:
15 kgf = 15 × 70.9316375290722 pdl = 1063.97456293608 pdl
Kilogram-Force to Poundal Conversion Table
| kilogram-force | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf | 70.9316375291 pdl |
| 2 kgf | 141.863275058 pdl |
| 3 kgf | 212.794912587 pdl |
| 5 kgf | 354.658187645 pdl |
| 10 kgf | 709.316375291 pdl |
| 20 kgf | 1418.63275058 pdl |
| 50 kgf | 3546.58187645 pdl |
| 100 kgf | 7093.16375291 pdl |
| 500 kgf | 35465.8187645 pdl |
| 1000 kgf | 70931.6375291 pdl |
Kilogram-Force
Kilogram-force (kgf) is a unit of force defined as the force exerted by one kilogram of mass in standard gravity, approximately equal to 9.80665 newtons.
History/Origin
The kilogram-force was historically used in engineering and physics to express forces in terms of the mass unit kilogram and the acceleration due to gravity. It was more common before the widespread adoption of the newton as the standard SI unit of force.
Current Use
Kilogram-force is largely obsolete in scientific contexts and has been replaced by the newton in the International System of Units (SI). However, it may still be encountered in certain engineering fields or older documentation, especially in regions or industries that use customary units.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.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 kilogram-force in poundal?
1 kilogram-force (kgf) = 70.9316375291 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert kilogram-force to poundal?
Multiply the kilogram-force value by 70.9316375291. For example, 25 kgf × 70.9316375291 = 1773.29093823 pdl.
What is 10 kilogram-force in poundal?
10 kgf = 709.316375291 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the kilogram-force or the poundal?
The kilogram-force is the larger unit: 1 kgf = 70.9316375291 pdl.