Convert poundal to gram
Please provide values below to convert poundal [pdl] to gram [g], or Convert gram to poundal.
1 pdl = 13.8254954376 g. To convert poundal to gram, multiply the value by 13.8254954376; to go the other way, divide by it (1 g = 0.0723301385121 pdl). 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 pdl = 13.8254954376 g
- 1 g = 0.0723301385121 pdl
- 10 pdl = 138.254954376 g
- 100 pdl = 1382.54954376 g
How to Convert Poundal to Gram
1 pdl = 13.8254954376 g
Example: convert 15 pdl to g:
15 pdl = 15 × 13.8254954376 g = 207.382431564 g
Poundal to Gram Conversion Table
| poundal | gram |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 13.8254954376 g |
| 2 pdl | 27.6509908752 g |
| 3 pdl | 41.4764863128 g |
| 5 pdl | 69.127477188 g |
| 10 pdl | 138.254954376 g |
| 20 pdl | 276.509908752 g |
| 50 pdl | 691.27477188 g |
| 100 pdl | 1382.54954376 g |
| 500 pdl | 6912.7477188 g |
| 1000 pdl | 13825.4954376 g |
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.
Gram
The gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to one thousandth of a kilogram.
History/Origin
The gram was originally defined in 1795 as the mass of one cubic centimeter of water at its maximum density. It became part of the metric system established in France and was later standardized as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960.
Current Use
The gram is widely used worldwide for measuring small masses in everyday life, science, and industry, especially in contexts like food labeling, pharmaceuticals, and laboratory measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 poundal in gram?
1 poundal (pdl) = 13.8254954376 gram (g).
How do you convert poundal to gram?
Multiply the poundal value by 13.8254954376. For example, 25 pdl × 13.8254954376 = 345.63738594 g.
What is 10 poundal in gram?
10 pdl = 138.254954376 g.
Which unit is larger, the poundal or the gram?
The poundal is the larger unit: 1 pdl = 13.8254954376 g.