Convert newtons to poundals
Enter the number of newtons that you want to convert to poundals.
How to Convert Newtons to Poundals
The newton and poundal are both units of force. 1 newton equals 7.2330138512 poundals. This means to convert newtons to poundals, you multiply by 7.2330138512.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 N to poundals:
We need to convert newtons to poundals
Since 1 N = 7.2330138512 pdl, multiply by 7.2330138512
5 × 7.2330138512 = 36.165069256
5 N = 36.165069256 pdl
Newton to Poundal Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common newton to poundal conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Newtons (N) | Poundals (pdl) |
|---|---|
| 1 N | 7.2330138512 pdl |
| 2 N | 14.466027702 pdl |
| 5 N | 36.165069256 pdl |
| 10 N | 72.330138512 pdl |
| 15 N | 108.49520777 pdl |
| 20 N | 144.66027702 pdl |
| 25 N | 180.82534628 pdl |
| 50 N | 361.65069256 pdl |
| 100 N | 723.30138512 pdl |
About These Units
Newton (N)
The newton (N) is the SI unit of force equal to kg·m/s²—the force needed to accelerate 1 kg by 1 m/s². An apple weighs about 1 newton. Human bite force is 500-700 N. Car engines produce 1,500-3,000 N of thrust. Named after Sir Isaac Newton.
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 newtons to poundals?
To convert newtons to poundals, multiply the value by 7.2330138512. For example, 10 N = 72.330138512 pdl.
How many poundals are in 1 newton?
1 newton equals 7.2330138512 poundals.
What is the formula for newtons to poundals?
The formula is: pdl = N × 7.2330138512.