Convert kilogram-force square second/meter to poundal
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force square second/meter [kgf·s²/m] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to kilogram-force square second/meter.
1 kgf·s²/m = 709.31635284 pdl. To convert kilogram-force square second/meter to poundal, multiply the value by 709.31635284; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 0.00140980818502 kgf·s²/m). Both units measure weight and mass and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kgf·s²/m = 709.31635284 pdl
- 1 pdl = 0.00140980818502 kgf·s²/m
- 10 kgf·s²/m = 7093.1635284 pdl
- 100 kgf·s²/m = 70931.635284 pdl
How to Convert Kilogram-Force Square Second/meter to Poundal
1 kgf·s²/m = 709.316352839675 pdl
Example: convert 15 kgf·s²/m to pdl:
15 kgf·s²/m = 15 × 709.316352839675 pdl = 10639.7452925951 pdl
Kilogram-Force Square Second/meter to Poundal Conversion Table
| kilogram-force square second/meter | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf·s²/m | 709.31635284 pdl |
| 2 kgf·s²/m | 1418.63270568 pdl |
| 3 kgf·s²/m | 2127.94905852 pdl |
| 5 kgf·s²/m | 3546.5817642 pdl |
| 10 kgf·s²/m | 7093.1635284 pdl |
| 20 kgf·s²/m | 14186.3270568 pdl |
| 50 kgf·s²/m | 35465.817642 pdl |
| 100 kgf·s²/m | 70931.635284 pdl |
| 500 kgf·s²/m | 354658.17642 pdl |
| 1000 kgf·s²/m | 709316.35284 pdl |
Kilogram-Force Square Second/meter
Kilogram-force square second per meter (kgf·s²/m) is a derived unit used to measure a specific combination of force, time, and length, often in specialized engineering contexts.
History/Origin
The unit originates from the kilogram-force, a gravitational force unit based on the kilogram mass, combined with time and length units for specific applications. It has been used historically in mechanical and engineering calculations before the widespread adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Currently, kgf·s²/m is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units. It may still appear in legacy systems or specialized fields requiring non-standard units.
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 before the widespread adoption of the SI system. It was designed to provide a consistent force unit based on imperial units.
Current Use
Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of historical or specialized engineering contexts. It is mainly referenced for educational purposes or in discussions of imperial units, with the SI unit of force (newton) being the standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilogram-force square second/meter in poundal?
1 kilogram-force square second/meter (kgf·s²/m) = 709.31635284 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert kilogram-force square second/meter to poundal?
Multiply the kilogram-force square second/meter value by 709.31635284. For example, 25 kgf·s²/m × 709.31635284 = 17732.908821 pdl.
What is 10 kilogram-force square second/meter in poundal?
10 kgf·s²/m = 7093.1635284 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the kilogram-force square second/meter or the poundal?
The kilogram-force square second/meter is the larger unit: 1 kgf·s²/m = 709.31635284 pdl.