Convert poundals to newtons
Enter the number of poundals that you want to convert to newtons.
How to Convert Poundals to Newtons
The poundal and newton are both units of force. 1 newton equals 7.2330138512 poundals. This means to convert poundals to newtons, you divide by 7.2330138512.
Formula
Step-by-Step Example
Convert 5 pdl to newtons:
We need to convert poundals to newtons
Since 1 N = 7.2330138512 pdl, divide by 7.2330138512
5 ÷ 7.2330138512 = 0.6912747719
5 pdl = 0.6912747719 N
Poundal to Newton Conversion Table
Quick reference table for common poundal to newton conversions. Click any value for detailed calculation.
| Poundals (pdl) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 0.1382549544 N |
| 2 pdl | 0.2765099088 N |
| 5 pdl | 0.6912747719 N |
| 10 pdl | 1.3825495438 N |
| 15 pdl | 2.0738243156 N |
| 20 pdl | 2.7650990875 N |
| 25 pdl | 3.4563738594 N |
| 50 pdl | 6.9127477188 N |
| 100 pdl | 13.825495438 N |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert poundals to newtons?
To convert poundals to newtons, divide the value by 7.2330138512. For example, 10 pdl = 1.3825495438 N.
How many newtons are in 1 poundal?
1 poundal equals 0.1382549544 newtons.
What is the formula for poundals to newtons?
The formula is: N = pdl ÷ 7.2330138512.