Discover the ease of converting pdl/ft² to lbf/ft² with our user-friendly tool. Crafted by Newtum, this converter simplifies your calculations, sparking curiosity to explore more.
A poundal is a unit of force in the Foot-Pound-Second (FPS) system, representing the force needed to accelerate a one-pound mass by one foot per second squared.
Definition of Pound-forceThe pound-force is a unit of force in the Foot-Pound-Second (FPS) system, equivalent to the gravitational force exerted on a one-pound mass at the Earth's surface.
| Poundal square Foot (pdl/ft²) | Pound-force square Foot (lbf/ft²) |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl/ft² | 0.031081 lbf/ft² |
| 2 pdl/ft² | 0.062162 lbf/ft² |
| 3 pdl/ft² | 0.093243 lbf/ft² |
| 4 pdl/ft² | 0.124324 lbf/ft² |
| 5 pdl/ft² | 0.155405 lbf/ft² |
| 6 pdl/ft² | 0.186486 lbf/ft² |
| 7 pdl/ft² | 0.217567 lbf/ft² |
| 8 pdl/ft² | 0.248648 lbf/ft² |
| 9 pdl/ft² | 0.279729 lbf/ft² |
| 10 pdl/ft² | 0.31081 lbf/ft² |
Example 1:
Convert 10 pdl/ft² to lbf/ft²:
10 pdl/ft² = 10 × 0.031081 lbf/ft² = 0.31081 lbf/ft²
Example 2:
Convert 25 pdl/ft² to lbf/ft²:
25 pdl/ft² = 25 × 0.031081 lbf/ft² = 0.777025 lbf/ft²
The Poundal square Foot to Pound-force square Foot Converter is rooted in the transition from the FPS (Foot-Pound-Second) system to the universally accepted SI (International System of Units). This tool provides a bridge between these units of force, reflecting the evolution of measurement systems over time.
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Example 1:
Convert 15 pdl/ft² to lbf/ft²:
Result: 0.466215 lbf/ft²
Example 2:
Convert 50 pdl/ft² to lbf/ft²:
Result: 1.55405 lbf/ft²
What is pdl/ft²?
Poundal per square foot (pdl/ft²) is a unit of pressure in the FPS system.
How does the converter work?
It converts values from pdl/ft² to lbf/ft² using a simple calculation process.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, the Poundal square Foot to Pound-force square Foot Converter is free for all users.
