Convert Poundal to Kip-force
Convert poundals to kips-force by entering a value below.
How to Convert Poundals to Kips-force
The poundal and kip-force are both units of force. 1 kip-force equals 32174.048556 poundals. This means to convert poundals to kips-force, you divide by 32174.048556.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 pdl to kips-force:
We need to convert poundals to kips-force
Since 1 kipf = 32174.048556 pdl, divide by 32174.048556
5 ÷ 32174.048556 = 0.0001554048
5 pdl = 0.0001554048 kipf
Poundal to Kip-force Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common poundal to kip-force conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Poundals (pdl) | Kips-force (kipf) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 pdl | 3.1080950172e-6 kipf |
| 0.5 pdl | 1.5540475086e-5 kipf |
| 1 pdl | 3.1080950172e-5 kipf |
| 2 pdl | 6.2161900343e-5 kipf |
| 5 pdl | 0.0001554048 kipf |
| 10 pdl | 0.0003108095 kipf |
| 25 pdl | 0.0007770238 kipf |
| 50 pdl | 0.0015540475 kipf |
| 100 pdl | 0.003108095 kipf |
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.
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).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert poundals to kips-force?
To convert poundals to kips-force, divide the value by 32174.048556. For example, 10 pdl = 0.0003108095 kipf.
How many kips-force are in 1 poundal?
1 poundal equals 3.1080950172e-5 kips-force.
What is the formula for poundals to kips-force?
The formula is: kipf = pdl ÷ 32174.048556.