Convert poundal to kilonewton
Please provide values below to convert poundal [pdl] to kilonewton [kN], or Convert kilonewton to poundal.
1 pdl = 0.00013825495 kN. To convert poundal to kilonewton, multiply the value by 0.00013825495; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kN = 7233.01408015 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 = 0.00013825495 kN
- 1 kN = 7233.01408015 pdl
- 10 pdl = 0.0013825495 kN
- 100 pdl = 0.013825495 kN
How to Convert Poundal to Kilonewton
1 pdl = 0.00013825495 kN
Example: convert 15 pdl to kN:
15 pdl = 15 × 0.00013825495 kN = 0.00207382425 kN
Poundal to Kilonewton Conversion Table
| poundal | kilonewton |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 0.00013825495 kN |
| 2 pdl | 0.0002765099 kN |
| 3 pdl | 0.00041476485 kN |
| 5 pdl | 0.00069127475 kN |
| 10 pdl | 0.0013825495 kN |
| 20 pdl | 0.002765099 kN |
| 50 pdl | 0.0069127475 kN |
| 100 pdl | 0.013825495 kN |
| 500 pdl | 0.069127475 kN |
| 1000 pdl | 0.13825495 kN |
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Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used, having been replaced by the SI unit newton; however, it may still be referenced in historical contexts or specialized engineering fields.
Kilonewton
A kilonewton (kN) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 newtons, where one newton is the force required to accelerate a one-kilogram mass by one meter per second squared.
History/Origin
The kilonewton was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring larger forces, especially in engineering and physics, replacing the larger but less practical units like the kilopond.
Current Use
The kilonewton is commonly used in engineering, structural analysis, and physics to quantify forces such as loads, tensions, and pressures in various applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 poundal in kilonewton?
1 poundal (pdl) = 0.00013825495 kilonewton (kN).
How do you convert poundal to kilonewton?
Multiply the poundal value by 0.00013825495. For example, 25 pdl × 0.00013825495 = 0.00345637375 kN.
What is 10 poundal in kilonewton?
10 pdl = 0.0013825495 kN.
Which unit is larger, the poundal or the kilonewton?
The kilonewton is the larger unit: 1 pdl equals only 0.00013825495 kN.