Convert ounce-force to poundal
Please provide values below to convert ounce-force [ozf] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to ounce-force.
1 ozf = 2.01087809153 pdl. To convert ounce-force to poundal, multiply the value by 2.01087809153; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 0.497295188711 ozf). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ozf = 2.01087809153 pdl
- 1 pdl = 0.497295188711 ozf
- 10 ozf = 20.1087809153 pdl
- 100 ozf = 201.087809153 pdl
How to Convert Ounce-Force to Poundal
1 ozf = 2.01087809152584 pdl
Example: convert 15 ozf to pdl:
15 ozf = 15 × 2.01087809152584 pdl = 30.1631713728876 pdl
Ounce-Force to Poundal Conversion Table
| ounce-force | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 ozf | 2.01087809153 pdl |
| 2 ozf | 4.02175618305 pdl |
| 3 ozf | 6.03263427458 pdl |
| 5 ozf | 10.0543904576 pdl |
| 10 ozf | 20.1087809153 pdl |
| 20 ozf | 40.2175618305 pdl |
| 50 ozf | 100.543904576 pdl |
| 100 ozf | 201.087809153 pdl |
| 500 ozf | 1005.43904576 pdl |
| 1000 ozf | 2010.87809153 pdl |
Ounce-Force
Ounce-force (ozf) is a unit of force equal to the force exerted by one ounce under standard gravity, approximately 0.278 Newtons.
History/Origin
The ounce-force originated from the imperial and US customary systems, used historically for measuring small forces, especially in engineering and physics contexts before the widespread adoption of the Newton as the SI unit.
Current Use
Ounce-force is rarely used today, primarily in legacy systems or specific industries such as aerospace and mechanical engineering where imperial units are still in use, but it has largely been replaced by the Newton in scientific and international contexts.
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.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 ounce-force in poundal?
1 ounce-force (ozf) = 2.01087809153 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert ounce-force to poundal?
Multiply the ounce-force value by 2.01087809153. For example, 25 ozf × 2.01087809153 = 50.2719522881 pdl.
What is 10 ounce-force in poundal?
10 ozf = 20.1087809153 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the ounce-force or the poundal?
The ounce-force is the larger unit: 1 ozf = 2.01087809153 pdl.