Convert poundal to kiloton (metric)
Please provide values below to convert poundal [pdl] to kiloton (metric) [kt], or Convert kiloton (metric) to poundal.
1 pdl = 1.38254954376e-08 kt. To convert poundal to kiloton (metric), multiply the value by 1.38254954376e-08; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kt = 72330138.5121 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 = 1.38254954376e-08 kt
- 1 kt = 72330138.5121 pdl
- 10 pdl = 1.38254954376e-07 kt
- 100 pdl = 1.38254954376e-06 kt
How to Convert Poundal to Kiloton (Metric)
1 pdl = 1.38254954376e-08 kt
Example: convert 15 pdl to kt:
15 pdl = 15 × 1.38254954376e-08 kt = 2.07382431564e-07 kt
Poundal to Kiloton (Metric) Conversion Table
| poundal | kiloton (metric) |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 1.38254954376e-08 kt |
| 2 pdl | 2.76509908752e-08 kt |
| 3 pdl | 4.14764863128e-08 kt |
| 5 pdl | 6.9127477188e-08 kt |
| 10 pdl | 1.38254954376e-07 kt |
| 20 pdl | 2.76509908752e-07 kt |
| 50 pdl | 6.9127477188e-07 kt |
| 100 pdl | 1.38254954376e-06 kt |
| 500 pdl | 6.9127477188e-06 kt |
| 1000 pdl | 1.38254954376e-05 kt |
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.
Kiloton (Metric)
A kiloton (kt) is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 metric tons or 1,000,000 kilograms.
History/Origin
The term 'kiloton' originated in the 20th century, primarily used in military and scientific contexts to measure large quantities of explosive energy or mass, especially in nuclear weapon yields and large-scale industrial measurements.
Current Use
Today, kilotons are commonly used to express the explosive yield of nuclear weapons, the mass of large objects, and in scientific research related to energy and mass measurements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 poundal in kiloton (metric)?
1 poundal (pdl) = 1.38254954376e-08 kiloton (metric) (kt).
How do you convert poundal to kiloton (metric)?
Multiply the poundal value by 1.38254954376e-08. For example, 25 pdl × 1.38254954376e-08 = 3.4563738594e-07 kt.
What is 10 poundal in kiloton (metric)?
10 pdl = 1.38254954376e-07 kt.
Which unit is larger, the poundal or the kiloton (metric)?
The kiloton (metric) is the larger unit: 1 pdl equals only 1.38254954376e-08 kt.