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Pound-force per square inch (psi) is a unit of pressure in the Imperial system of measurement. It represents the pressure exerted by one pound-force applied over an area of one square inch. Used widely in various industries, psi is a critical measure for pressure in tires, hydraulics, and other applications requiring precise pressure monitoring.
Definition of Poundal per square footPoundal per square foot (pdf) is a lesser-known unit of pressure in the Foot-Pound-Second (FPS) system. It quantifies the pressure resulting from one poundal, the unit of force in the FPS system, acting on a one square foot area. This unit is not as common as psi, but it is still used in certain scientific and engineering calculations.
| Pound-force per square inch (psi) | Poundal per square foot (pdf) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 psi | 144 pdf |
| 0.5 psi | 720 pdf |
| 1 psi | 1440 pdf |
| 2 psi | 2880 pdf |
| 3 psi | 4320 pdf |
| 4 psi | 5760 pdf |
| 5 psi | 7200 pdf |
| 10 psi | 14400 pdf |
| 20 psi | 28800 pdf |
| 50 psi | 72000 pdf |
1 psi = 144 pdf
1 pdf = 0.00694444 psi
Example 1:
convert 2 psi to pdf:
2 psi = 2 × 144 pdf = 288 pdf
Example 2:
convert 7 psi to pdf:
7 psi = 7 × 144 pdf = 1008 pdf
The Pound-force per square inch (psi) to Poundal per square foot (pdf) converter has roots in the transition from the Imperial system to the Foot-Pound-Second (FPS) system. This tool bridges the gap between two units of pressure, providing a seamless conversion for engineers and scientists who require accuracy in various applications.
Explore practical scenarios where converting psi to pdf is not only necessary but pivotal for precise pressure measurements and industrial applications.
Example 1:
Convert 15 psi to pdf:
15 psi = 15 × 144 pdf = 2160 pdf
Example 2:
Convert 25 psi to pdf:
25 psi = 25 × 144 pdf = 3600 pdf
