Convert kilopond to poundal
Please provide values below to convert kilopond [kp] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to kilopond.
1 kp = 70.9316375291 pdl. To convert kilopond to poundal, multiply the value by 70.9316375291; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 0.0140980814039 kp). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kp = 70.9316375291 pdl
- 1 pdl = 0.0140980814039 kp
- 10 kp = 709.316375291 pdl
- 100 kp = 7093.16375291 pdl
How to Convert Kilopond to Poundal
1 kp = 70.9316375290722 pdl
Example: convert 15 kp to pdl:
15 kp = 15 × 70.9316375290722 pdl = 1063.97456293608 pdl
Kilopond to Poundal Conversion Table
| kilopond | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 kp | 70.9316375291 pdl |
| 2 kp | 141.863275058 pdl |
| 3 kp | 212.794912587 pdl |
| 5 kp | 354.658187645 pdl |
| 10 kp | 709.316375291 pdl |
| 20 kp | 1418.63275058 pdl |
| 50 kp | 3546.58187645 pdl |
| 100 kp | 7093.16375291 pdl |
| 500 kp | 35465.8187645 pdl |
| 1000 kp | 70931.6375291 pdl |
Kilopond
The kilopond (kp) is a unit of force that was historically used to measure weight, defined as the force exerted by gravity on a mass of one kilogram under standard gravity.
History/Origin
The kilopond was introduced in the late 19th century as part of the gravitational system of units, primarily used in Europe before the adoption of the SI system. It was based on the standard acceleration due to gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
Current Use
The kilopond is largely obsolete and has been replaced by the newton (N) in the International System of Units. It is rarely used in modern scientific contexts but may still appear in some engineering or historical references.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.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 kilopond in poundal?
1 kilopond (kp) = 70.9316375291 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert kilopond to poundal?
Multiply the kilopond value by 70.9316375291. For example, 25 kp × 70.9316375291 = 1773.29093823 pdl.
What is 10 kilopond in poundal?
10 kp = 709.316375291 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the kilopond or the poundal?
The kilopond is the larger unit: 1 kp = 70.9316375291 pdl.