Convert poundal to gram-force
Please provide values below to convert poundal [pdl] to gram-force [gf], or Convert gram-force to poundal.
1 pdl = 14.0980814039 gf. To convert poundal to gram-force, multiply the value by 14.0980814039; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gf = 0.0709316375291 pdl). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 pdl = 14.0980814039 gf
- 1 gf = 0.0709316375291 pdl
- 10 pdl = 140.980814039 gf
- 100 pdl = 1409.80814039 gf
How to Convert Poundal to Gram-Force
1 pdl = 14.0980814039453 gf
Example: convert 15 pdl to gf:
15 pdl = 15 × 14.0980814039453 gf = 211.471221059179 gf
Poundal to Gram-Force Conversion Table
| poundal | gram-force |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 14.0980814039 gf |
| 2 pdl | 28.1961628079 gf |
| 3 pdl | 42.2942442118 gf |
| 5 pdl | 70.4904070197 gf |
| 10 pdl | 140.980814039 gf |
| 20 pdl | 281.961628079 gf |
| 50 pdl | 704.904070197 gf |
| 100 pdl | 1409.80814039 gf |
| 500 pdl | 7049.04070197 gf |
| 1000 pdl | 14098.0814039 gf |
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.
Gram-Force
Gram-force (gf) is a unit of force defined as the force exerted by one gram of mass in standard gravity, approximately equal to 0.00980665 newtons.
History/Origin
The gram-force originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, used to express forces in terms of grams and centimeters. It was commonly used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Gram-force is now largely obsolete and replaced by the SI unit newton (N) in scientific and technical contexts. However, it may still be used in some engineering fields, calibration, and for illustrative purposes in educational settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 poundal in gram-force?
1 poundal (pdl) = 14.0980814039 gram-force (gf).
How do you convert poundal to gram-force?
Multiply the poundal value by 14.0980814039. For example, 25 pdl × 14.0980814039 = 352.452035099 gf.
What is 10 poundal in gram-force?
10 pdl = 140.980814039 gf.
Which unit is larger, the poundal or the gram-force?
The poundal is the larger unit: 1 pdl = 14.0980814039 gf.