Psi To Poundal Converter

(psi to pdl/ft² converter)

Convert Psi to Poundal per Square Foot


Simplify Your Pressure Unit Conversion: Psi to Pdl/ft² Made Easy


(Last Updated On: 2024-05-06)

Discover the efficiency of Newtum's Psi to Poundal square Foot Converter. This tool seamlessly transforms psi measurements into pdl/ft² units, sparking your curiosity to explore and utilize its precision in conversions.

What are Psi and Poundal

Definition of Psi

Pounds per square inch (psi) is a unit of pressure expressing the amount of force applied over one square inch of an area. One psi equates to the pressure exerted by a one-pound force acting on a one-inch square area. It is widely used in various fields such as automotive, aviation, and industrial systems to measure tire pressure, fluid dynamics, and much more.

Definition of Poundal

A poundal is a unit of force within the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, also known as the British Imperial System. It represents the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of one foot per second squared. One poundal equals approximately 0.138255 Newtons in the International System of Units (SI). It's not commonly used today, having been largely replaced by the Newton.

Psi to Poundal Conversion Table

Psi (psi) Poundal Square Foot (pdl/ft²)
1 psi 144 pdl/ft²
2 psi 288 pdl/ft²
3 psi 432 pdl/ft²
4 psi 576 pdl/ft²
5 psi 720 pdl/ft²
10 psi 1440 pdl/ft²
20 psi 2880 pdl/ft²
50 psi 7200 pdl/ft²
100 psi 14400 pdl/ft²
200 psi 28800 pdl/ft²

Conversion of Psi to Poundal

Example 1:
Convert 1 psi to pdl/ft²:
1 psi = 1 × 144 pdl/ft² = 144 pdl/ft²

Example 2:
Convert 5 psi to pdl/ft²:
5 psi = 5 × 144 pdl/ft² = 720 pdl/ft²

History of Psi and Poundal

The Psi to Poundal square Foot Converter has roots in the evolution of pressure and force measurement. Initially, psi was used prevalently in various industries, but the need to convert to other units like poundal square foot emerged for compatibility with different systems and to facilitate international communication in scientific and engineering contexts.

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Real Life Applications of Psi to Poundal

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Solved Examples psi to pdl/ft²

Example Conversion 1:
To convert 2 psi to pdl/ft²:
2 psi = 2 × 144 pdl/ft² = 288 pdl/ft²

Example Conversion 2:
To convert 10 psi to pdl/ft²:
10 psi = 10 × 144 pdl/ft² = 1440 pdl/ft²

FAQs: Psi to Poundal square Foot Converter

Q1: What is a Psi to Poundal square Foot Converter used for?
A1: It's used to convert pressure measurements from psi to the less common pdl/ft² unit.

Q2: How accurate is the Psi to Poundal square Foot Converter?
A2: The tool provides precise conversions based on the standard conversion factor between psi and pdl/ft².

Q3: Can I convert back from pdl/ft² to psi using this converter?
A3: Yes, the converter also allows for reverse conversions from pdl/ft² to psi.