Pound-Force to Poundal Converter

= 32.174049 poundals
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How to Convert Pound-Force to Poundals

To convert from pound-force (lbf) to poundals (pdl), multiply the pound-force value by 32.174049:

poundals = pound-force × 32.174049

Understanding Force Units

Pound-Force (lbf)

A pound-force is the force required to accelerate 1 pound of mass at 32.174049 feet per second squared, which is the standard acceleration due to gravity on Earth.

Poundal (pdl)

A poundal is the force required to accelerate 1 pound of mass at 1 foot per second squared. It's primarily used in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system.