Poundal to Kilogram Converter
Enter the value that you want to convert poundal (pdl) to kilogram (kg) or kilogram to poundal.Also written as PDL to KG conversion.
1 poundal = 0.0140981 kilogram
Formula: kilogram = poundal value × 0.0140981
PDL to KG — poundal to kilogram
10 poundal = 0.14098 kilogram
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Converting Poundal to Kilogram
Understanding the Poundal
Poundal (pdl) is a unit of weight measurement. 1 poundal is equal to 0.0140981 kilogram.
The Kilogram Explained
Kilogram (kg) is a unit of weight measurement. 1 kilogram is equal to 70.9316396 poundal.
Understanding Weight Conversions
Weight unit conversions are among the most frequently performed in daily life. International commerce ships in metric tonnes and kilograms, while US domestic logistics uses pounds and ounces. Recipes from different countries use different systems — a European cake recipe in grams versus an American one in cups and ounces. Pharmacists convert between milligrams and grains for medication dosing. Athletes track body weight across metric and imperial systems depending on their country and sport federation requirements.
poundal to kilogram metric conversion table
| 0.01 pdl | = | 0.00014 kg |
| 0.1 pdl | = | 0.00141 kg |
| 1 pdl | = | 0.01410 kg |
| 2 pdl | = | 0.02820 kg |
| 3 pdl | = | 0.04229 kg |
| 4 pdl | = | 0.05639 kg |
| 5 pdl | = | 0.07049 kg |
| 6 pdl | = | 0.08459 kg |
| 7 pdl | = | 0.09869 kg |
| 8 pdl | = | 0.11278 kg |
| 9 pdl | = | 0.12688 kg |
| 10 pdl | = | 0.14098 kg |
| 11 pdl | = | 0.15508 kg |
| 12 pdl | = | 0.16918 kg |
| 13 pdl | = | 0.18328 kg |
| 14 pdl | = | 0.19737 kg |
| 15 pdl | = | 0.21147 kg |
| 16 pdl | = | 0.22557 kg |
| 17 pdl | = | 0.23967 kg |
| 18 pdl | = | 0.25377 kg |
| 19 pdl | = | 0.26786 kg |
| 20 pdl | = | 0.28196 kg |
| 30 pdl | = | 0.42294 kg |
| 40 pdl | = | 0.56392 kg |
| 50 pdl | = | 0.70490 kg |
| 60 pdl | = | 0.84588 kg |
| 70 pdl | = | 0.98687 kg |
| 80 pdl | = | 1.12785 kg |
| 90 pdl | = | 1.26883 kg |
| 100 pdl | = | 1.40981 kg |
| 200 pdl | = | 2.81962 kg |
| 300 pdl | = | 4.22942 kg |
| 400 pdl | = | 5.63923 kg |
| 500 pdl | = | 7.04904 kg |
| 600 pdl | = | 8.45885 kg |
| 700 pdl | = | 9.86866 kg |
| 800 pdl | = | 11.27846 kg |
| 900 pdl | = | 12.68827 kg |
| 1000 pdl | = | 14.09808 kg |
How to Convert PDL to KG (Poundal to Kilogram)?
We can convert poundal to kilogram by using an example.
Example:
Convert 20 Poundal to Kilogram?
We know 1 Poundal = 0.0140981 kilogram; 1 Kilogram = 70.9316396 poundal.
20 poundal = ___kg
20 × 0.0140981 = 0.28196 kg (we know 1 poundal = 0.0140981 kilogram)
Answer:
20 poundal = 0.28196 kilogram
How to Convert Poundals to Kilograms (Step-by-Step)
The poundal is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, but when used as an equivalent mass unit, 1 poundal corresponds to approximately 0.0140981 kg. It represents the force needed to accelerate 1 pound-mass at 1 ft/s².
- Identify the value in poundals you want to convert to kg-equivalent.
- Multiply by 0.0140981 to get the mass equivalent in kilograms.
- Alternatively: divide by 70.9316 (since 1 kg = 70.9316 poundals of force).
- Verify: 1 poundal = 0.138255 N; mass equiv = 0.0140981 kg.
Common Poundal to Kilogram Conversions
Reference values for physics calculations in the FPS absolute system.
| Poundal | Kilogram |
|---|---|
| 1 pdl | 0.01410 kg |
| 5 pdl | 0.07049 kg |
| 10 pdl | 0.14098 kg |
| 32.174 pdl | 0.4536 kg |
| 50 pdl | 0.7049 kg |
| 100 pdl | 1.4098 kg |
| 1000 pdl | 14.098 kg |
Solved Examples: Poundals to Kilograms
Question 1: A physics problem gives a force of 25 poundals. What is the mass equivalent in kg?
Solution:
Mass in kg = 25 * 0.0140981
= 0.3525 kg
Answer: 25 poundals = 0.3525 kg mass equivalent (352.5 g).
Question 2: Convert 200 poundals to kilograms.
Solution:
Mass in kg = 200 * 0.0140981
= 2.8196 kg
Answer: 200 poundals = 2.82 kg.
Question 3: A force of 70.93 poundals acts on an object. What is this in kg?
Solution:
Mass in kg = 70.93 * 0.0140981
= 1.0000 kg
Answer: 70.93 poundals corresponds to 1 kg (verification of the conversion factor).
Practice Questions: Poundals to Kilograms
Try solving these on your own to test your understanding:
- Convert 15 poundals to kilograms. (Answer: 0.2115 kg)
- What is 500 poundals in kg? (Answer: 7.049 kg)
- Express 32.174 poundals in kg. (Answer: 0.4536 kg = 1 lb)
- How many poundals equal 2 kg? (Answer: 141.86 poundals)
- Convert 0.5 poundals to grams. (Answer: 7.05 g)
The Poundal in the FPS Absolute System
The poundal was introduced to create a coherent system where F = ma without conversion factors. In the FPS absolute system: 1 poundal = 1 lb-mass * 1 ft/s^2. This parallels the newton in SI (1 N = 1 kg * 1 m/s^2). The poundal avoids the confusion between pound-force and pound-mass that plagues imperial engineering calculations.
Poundal vs Pound-Force
A pound-force (lbf) = 32.174 poundals, because standard gravity is 32.174 ft/s^2. The poundal is much smaller than a pound-force. While pound-force remains common in US engineering (PSI, lbf ratings), the poundal appears mainly in physics education and historical scientific papers. Understanding poundals helps read older British physics literature from the 19th-early 20th century.
Key Takeaways
- 1 poundal mass equivalent = 0.0140981 kg.
- The poundal is a force unit in the FPS absolute system.
- 1 pound-force = 32.174 poundals.
- Rarely used today; appears in physics education and historical papers.
- F = ma in poundals: force(pdl) = mass(lb) * acceleration(ft/s^2).
- 1 kg = 70.9316 poundals.
Poundal to Kilogram Conversion Formula
kilogram = poundal × 0.0140981
1 poundal = 0.0140981 kilogram
1 kilogram = 70.9316396 poundal
Reverse: poundal = kilogram × 70.9316396
Frequently Asked Questions
How many kilogram are in 1 poundal?
There are 0.0140981 kilogram in 1 poundal. To convert poundal to kilogram, multiply the value by 0.0140981.
How do I convert poundal to kilogram?
Multiply your poundal value by 0.0140981 to get the equivalent in kilogram. For example, 5 poundal = 5 × 0.0140981 = 0.07049 kilogram.
How do I convert kilogram to poundal?
Multiply your kilogram value by 70.9316396 to get the equivalent in poundal. Alternatively, divide by 0.0140981.
What is 10 poundal in kilogram?
10 poundal is equal to 0.14098 kilogram.
What is 100 poundal in kilogram?
100 poundal is equal to 1.40981 kilogram.