Convert Poundal to Kilonewton
Type the number of poundals that you wish to convert to kilonewtons.
How to Convert Poundals to Kilonewtons
The poundal and kilonewton are both units of force. 1 kilonewton equals 7233.0138512 poundals. This means to convert poundals to kilonewtons, you divide by 7233.0138512.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 pdl to kilonewtons:
We need to convert poundals to kilonewtons
Since 1 kN = 7233.0138512 pdl, divide by 7233.0138512
5 ÷ 7233.0138512 = 0.0006912748
5 pdl = 0.0006912748 kN
Poundal to Kilonewton Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common poundal to kilonewton conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Poundals (pdl) | Kilonewtons (kN) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 pdl | 1.3825495438e-5 kN |
| 0.5 pdl | 6.9127477188e-5 kN |
| 1 pdl | 0.000138255 kN |
| 2 pdl | 0.0002765099 kN |
| 5 pdl | 0.0006912748 kN |
| 10 pdl | 0.0013825495 kN |
| 25 pdl | 0.0034563739 kN |
| 50 pdl | 0.0069127477 kN |
| 100 pdl | 0.0138254954 kN |
About These Units
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.
Kilonewton (kN)
A kilonewton (kN) equals 1,000 newtons or approximately 225 pounds-force. Kilonewtons measure structural loads, bridge capacities, crane ratings, and vehicle towing forces. A car weighs about 15-20 kN. Building columns support hundreds of kN.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert poundals to kilonewtons?
To convert poundals to kilonewtons, divide the value by 7233.0138512. For example, 10 pdl = 0.0013825495 kN.
How many kilonewtons are in 1 poundal?
1 poundal equals 0.000138255 kilonewtons.
What is the formula for poundals to kilonewtons?
The formula is: kN = pdl ÷ 7233.0138512.