Poundal To Kilocalorie Converter

(pdl·ft to kcal converter)

Effortlessly Convert Energy from Poundal Feet to Kilocalories


(Last Updated On: 2024-10-15)

Unlock the ease of energy conversion with our pdl·ft to kcal tool. Developed by Newtum, this converter simplifies the transformation of poundal feet into kilocalories instantly, sparking your curiosity to explore further.

What are Poundal and Kilocalorie

Definition of Poundal

A poundal is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, predominantly used in the United States. One poundal is defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass to one foot per second squared. It's a lesser-known unit compared to the Newton in the International System of Units.

Definition of Kilocalorie

A kilocalorie, often used interchangeably with the term 'calorie' in nutrition, is a unit of energy. It is defined as the amount of heat energy needed to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius at a pressure of one atmosphere. In dietary contexts, it represents the energy content in food.

Poundal to Kilocalorie Conversion Table

Poundal Foot (pdl·ft) Kilocalorie IT (kcal)
1 pdl·ft 0.00000234 kcal
10 pdl·ft 0.0000234 kcal
50 pdl·ft 0.000117 kcal
100 pdl·ft 0.000234 kcal
500 pdl·ft 0.00117 kcal
1000 pdl·ft 0.00234 kcal
5000 pdl·ft 0.0117 kcal
10000 pdl·ft 0.0234 kcal
50000 pdl·ft 0.117 kcal
100000 pdl·ft 0.234 kcal

Conversion of Poundal to Kilocalorie

1 pdl·ft = 0.00000234 kcal
1 kcal = 426.93564 pdl·ft

Example 1:
Convert 200 pdl·ft to kcal:
200 pdl·ft = 200 × 0.00000234 kcal = 0.000468 kcal

Example 2:
Convert 1500 pdl·ft to kcal:
1500 pdl·ft = 1500 × 0.00000234 kcal = 0.00351 kcal

History of Poundal and Kilocalorie

The Poundal Foot to Kilocalorie IT Converter stems from the need to convert mechanical energy measurements into heat energy units. While the poundal foot finds its roots in the Imperial system, the kilocalorie became significant in thermodynamics and nutrition, necessitating a straightforward method to convert between these two distinct units.

How to use Poundal to Kilocalorie Converter

Real Life Applications of Poundal to Kilocalorie

Discover the real-world uses of the pdl·ft to kcal converter, and how it aids in practical energy management and calculations in various fields.

Solved Examples pdl·ft to kcal

Example 1:
Convert 300 pdl·ft to kcal:
300 pdl·ft = 300 × 0.00000234 kcal = 0.000702 kcal

Example 2:
Convert 2500 pdl·ft to kcal:
2500 pdl·ft = 2500 × 0.00000234 kcal = 0.00585 kcal

FAQs about Poundal Foot to Kilocalorie IT Converter

Q1: What is a poundal foot?

A1:

It's a unit of energy in the FPS system, defining the work done by a force of one poundal over one foot distance.

Q2: How accurate is the pdl·ft to kcal converter?

A2:

Our tool provides precise conversions using established conversion factors.

Q3: Can I convert kilocalories back to poundal feet?

A3:

Yes, the converter also allows you to perform reverse calculations.