Convert Pound-force to Poundal
Enter the number of pounds-force that you want to convert to poundals.
How to Convert Pounds-force to Poundals
The pound-force and poundal are both units of force. 1 pound-force equals 32.174048556 poundals. This means to convert pounds-force to poundals, you multiply by 32.174048556.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 lbf to poundals:
We need to convert pounds-force to poundals
Since 1 lbf = 32.174048556 pdl, multiply by 32.174048556
5 × 32.174048556 = 160.87024278
5 lbf = 160.87024278 pdl
Pound-force to Poundal Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common pound-force to poundal conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Pounds-force (lbf) | Poundals (pdl) |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf | 32.174048556 pdl |
| 2 lbf | 64.348097113 pdl |
| 5 lbf | 160.87024278 pdl |
| 10 lbf | 321.74048556 pdl |
| 15 lbf | 482.61072835 pdl |
| 20 lbf | 643.48097113 pdl |
| 25 lbf | 804.35121391 pdl |
| 50 lbf | 1608.7024278 pdl |
| 100 lbf | 3217.4048556 pdl |
About These Units
Pound-force (lbf)
A pound-force (lbf) equals 4.448 newtons—the force exerted by 1 pound mass under standard gravity. Pound-force is the standard US unit for force, measuring thrust, tension, and weight. Torque is often expressed in pound-feet (lbf·ft).
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 pounds-force to poundals?
To convert pounds-force to poundals, multiply the value by 32.174048556. For example, 10 lbf = 321.74048556 pdl.
How many poundals are in 1 pound-force?
1 pound-force equals 32.174048556 poundals.
What is the formula for pounds-force to poundals?
The formula is: pdl = lbf × 32.174048556.