Convert pound-force to poundal
Please provide values below to convert pound-force [lbf] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to pound-force.
1 lbf = 32.1740496091 pdl. To convert pound-force to poundal, multiply the value by 32.1740496091; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 0.0310809491547 lbf). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 lbf = 32.1740496091 pdl
- 1 pdl = 0.0310809491547 lbf
- 10 lbf = 321.740496091 pdl
- 100 lbf = 3217.40496091 pdl
How to Convert Pound-Force to Poundal
1 lbf = 32.1740496090737 pdl
Example: convert 15 lbf to pdl:
15 lbf = 15 × 32.1740496090737 pdl = 482.610744136105 pdl
Pound-Force to Poundal Conversion Table
| pound-force | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf | 32.1740496091 pdl |
| 2 lbf | 64.3480992181 pdl |
| 3 lbf | 96.5221488272 pdl |
| 5 lbf | 160.870248045 pdl |
| 10 lbf | 321.740496091 pdl |
| 20 lbf | 643.480992181 pdl |
| 50 lbf | 1608.70248045 pdl |
| 100 lbf | 3217.40496091 pdl |
| 500 lbf | 16087.0248045 pdl |
| 1000 lbf | 32174.0496091 pdl |
Pound-Force
Pound-force (lbf) is a unit of force in the imperial system, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of 32.174 feet per second squared.
History/Origin
The pound-force originated from the British Imperial system and has been used historically in engineering and physics to quantify force, especially in the United States and the UK, before the widespread adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, pound-force is primarily used in the United States and some other countries for engineering, manufacturing, and mechanical applications where imperial units are still prevalent, often in contexts like specifying engine torque or structural loads.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.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 pound-force in poundal?
1 pound-force (lbf) = 32.1740496091 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert pound-force to poundal?
Multiply the pound-force value by 32.1740496091. For example, 25 lbf × 32.1740496091 = 804.351240227 pdl.
What is 10 pound-force in poundal?
10 lbf = 321.740496091 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the pound-force or the poundal?
The pound-force is the larger unit: 1 lbf = 32.1740496091 pdl.