Convert Kip-force to Poundal
Convert kips-force to poundals by entering a value below.
How to Convert Kips-force to Poundals
The kip-force and poundal are both units of force. 1 kip-force equals 32174.048556 poundals. This means to convert kips-force to poundals, you multiply by 32174.048556.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 kipf to poundals:
We need to convert kips-force to poundals
Since 1 kipf = 32174.048556 pdl, multiply by 32174.048556
5 × 32174.048556 = 160870.24278
5 kipf = 160870.24278 pdl
Kip-force to Poundal Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common kip-force to poundal conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Kips-force (kipf) | Poundals (pdl) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 kipf | 3217.4048556 pdl |
| 0.5 kipf | 16087.024278 pdl |
| 1 kipf | 32174.048556 pdl |
| 2 kipf | 64348.097113 pdl |
| 5 kipf | 160870.24278 pdl |
| 10 kipf | 321740.48556 pdl |
| 25 kipf | 804351.21391 pdl |
| 50 kipf | 1608702.4278 pdl |
| 100 kipf | 3217404.8556 pdl |
About These Units
Kip-force (kipf)
A kip-force (kipf) equals 1,000 pounds-force or 4.448 kilonewtons. Kips simplify structural engineering calculations in the US: beam loads, column forces, and foundation pressures are often expressed in kips or kips per square inch (ksi).
Poundal (pdl)
A poundal (pdl) is the FPS unit of force equal to 0.138 newtons—the force needed to accelerate 1 pound by 1 ft/s². Poundals avoid confusion between pound-mass and pound-force. Rarely used today; appears in older physics textbooks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert kips-force to poundals?
To convert kips-force to poundals, multiply the value by 32174.048556. For example, 10 kipf = 321740.48556 pdl.
How many poundals are in 1 kip-force?
1 kip-force equals 32174.048556 poundals.
What is the formula for kips-force to poundals?
The formula is: pdl = kipf × 32174.048556.