Convert poundal to kilopound
Please provide values below to convert poundal [pdl] to kilopound [kip], or Convert kilopound to poundal.
1 pdl = 3.048e-05 kip. To convert poundal to kilopound, multiply the value by 3.048e-05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kip = 32808.3989501 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 = 3.048e-05 kip
- 1 kip = 32808.3989501 pdl
- 10 pdl = 0.0003048 kip
- 100 pdl = 0.003048 kip
How to Convert Poundal to Kilopound
1 pdl = 3.048e-05 kip
Example: convert 15 pdl to kip:
15 pdl = 15 × 3.048e-05 kip = 0.0004572 kip
Poundal to Kilopound Conversion Table
| poundal | kilopound |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 3.048e-05 kip |
| 2 pdl | 6.096e-05 kip |
| 3 pdl | 9.144e-05 kip |
| 5 pdl | 0.0001524 kip |
| 10 pdl | 0.0003048 kip |
| 20 pdl | 0.0006096 kip |
| 50 pdl | 0.001524 kip |
| 100 pdl | 0.003048 kip |
| 500 pdl | 0.01524 kip |
| 1000 pdl | 0.03048 kip |
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.
Kilopound
A kilopound (kip) is a unit of force equal to 1,000 pounds-force, primarily used in engineering and construction to measure large forces.
History/Origin
The kilopound originated in the United States as a practical unit for expressing large forces in structural engineering, especially in the context of steel and concrete design. It has been in use since the early 20th century as part of customary engineering units.
Current Use
Today, the kip is still used mainly in the United States within civil and structural engineering to specify loads, stresses, and forces in construction projects, particularly for steel and concrete structures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 poundal in kilopound?
1 poundal (pdl) = 3.048e-05 kilopound (kip).
How do you convert poundal to kilopound?
Multiply the poundal value by 3.048e-05. For example, 25 pdl × 3.048e-05 = 0.000762 kip.
What is 10 poundal in kilopound?
10 pdl = 0.0003048 kip.
Which unit is larger, the poundal or the kilopound?
The kilopound is the larger unit: 1 pdl equals only 3.048e-05 kip.