Convert stone (UK) to poundal
Please provide values below to convert stone (UK) [st (UK)] to poundal [pdl], or Convert poundal to stone (UK).
1 st (UK) = 459.317585302 pdl. To convert stone (UK) to poundal, multiply the value by 459.317585302; to go the other way, divide by it (1 pdl = 0.00217714285714 st (UK)). 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 st (UK) = 459.317585302 pdl
- 1 pdl = 0.00217714285714 st (UK)
- 10 st (UK) = 4593.17585302 pdl
- 100 st (UK) = 45931.7585302 pdl
How to Convert Stone (Uk) to Poundal
1 st (UK) = 459.317585301837 pdl
Example: convert 15 st (UK) to pdl:
15 st (UK) = 15 × 459.317585301837 pdl = 6889.76377952756 pdl
Stone (Uk) to Poundal Conversion Table
| stone (UK) | poundal |
|---|---|
| 1 st (UK) | 459.317585302 pdl |
| 2 st (UK) | 918.635170604 pdl |
| 3 st (UK) | 1377.95275591 pdl |
| 5 st (UK) | 2296.58792651 pdl |
| 10 st (UK) | 4593.17585302 pdl |
| 20 st (UK) | 9186.35170604 pdl |
| 50 st (UK) | 22965.8792651 pdl |
| 100 st (UK) | 45931.7585302 pdl |
| 500 st (UK) | 229658.792651 pdl |
| 1000 st (UK) | 459317.585302 pdl |
Stone (Uk)
A stone (st) is a British unit of weight equal to 14 pounds avoirdupois, primarily used for measuring body weight.
History/Origin
The stone has origins in medieval England, where it was used as a practical unit of weight for trade and commerce. Its use has persisted in the UK for measuring human body weight, despite the metric system's adoption elsewhere.
Current Use
Today, the stone is still commonly used in the UK and Ireland for personal weight measurement, especially in the context of health and fitness, although it is largely replaced by kilograms in official and international contexts.
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 stone (UK) in poundal?
1 stone (UK) (st (UK)) = 459.317585302 poundal (pdl).
How do you convert stone (UK) to poundal?
Multiply the stone (UK) value by 459.317585302. For example, 25 st (UK) × 459.317585302 = 11482.9396325 pdl.
What is 10 stone (UK) in poundal?
10 st (UK) = 4593.17585302 pdl.
Which unit is larger, the stone (UK) or the poundal?
The stone (UK) is the larger unit: 1 st (UK) = 459.317585302 pdl.