Poundal to Newton Converter
Convert Poundal (pdl) to Newton (N) instantly. 1 pdl = 0.138255 N.
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1 pdl = 0.138255 N
Formula:
N = pdl × 0.1382549544With your value: 1 pdl = 0.13825495 N
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Poundal to Newton Conversion Table
| Poundal (pdl) | Newton (N) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.069127 |
| 1 | 0.138255 |
| 2 | 0.27651 |
| 5 | 0.691275 |
| 10 | 1.38255 |
| 15 | 2.073824 |
| 20 | 2.765099 |
| 25 | 3.456374 |
| 50 | 6.912748 |
| 100 | 13.825495 |
| 250 | 34.563739 |
| 500 | 69.127477 |
| 1000 | 138.254954 |
Newton to Poundal Conversion Table
| Newton (N) | Poundal (pdl) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 3.616507 |
| 1 | 7.233014 |
| 2 | 14.466028 |
| 5 | 36.165069 |
| 10 | 72.330139 |
| 15 | 108.495208 |
| 20 | 144.660277 |
| 25 | 180.825346 |
| 50 | 361.650693 |
| 100 | 723.301385 |
| 250 | 1,808.253463 |
| 500 | 3,616.506926 |
| 1000 | 7,233.013851 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Poundal (pdl)
Force
Derived from the newton (1 N = 1 kg·m/s²). Gravitational units use the standard acceleration 9.806 65 m/s² exactly.
Source: NIST Special Publication 811, Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
National Institute of Standards and Technology (US) · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Newton (N)
Force
Derived from the newton (1 N = 1 kg·m/s²). Gravitational units use the standard acceleration 9.806 65 m/s² exactly.
Source: NIST Special Publication 811, Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
National Institute of Standards and Technology (US) · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Poundal to Newton
To convert from Poundal (pdl) to Newton (N), multiply the value by 0.1382549544.
Formula: N = pdl × 0.1382549544
Reverse: pdl = N × 7.2330138512
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Poundal. For example: 5 pdl
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.1382549544
- The result is: 0.691275 N
About Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force. One poundal equals 0.1382549544 newtons. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other force unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
Common uses: force calculations, engineering and science, education.
About Newton
The newton (N) is the SI unit of force. It is defined as the force needed to accelerate one kilogram of mass at the rate of one meter per second squared.
Common uses: physics, engineering, mechanical tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Newton are in 1 Poundal?
There are exactly 0.1382549544 Newton in 1 Poundal. This means the conversion factor from Poundal to Newton is 0.1382549544.
What is the formula to convert Poundal to Newton?
The formula to convert Poundal to Newton is: N = pdl × 0.1382549544. For example, to convert 10 Poundal to Newton, you would multiply 10 by 0.1382549544.
What is a Poundal?
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force. One poundal equals 0.1382549544 newtons. UnitConvertLab converts it against every other force unit using this exact definition, so results are reproducible to full double precision rather than rounded lookup tables.
What is a Newton?
The newton (N) is the SI unit of force. It is defined as the force needed to accelerate one kilogram of mass at the rate of one meter per second squared.
What are the common uses of Poundal?
The Poundal is commonly used in force calculations, engineering and science, education.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Poundal to Newton converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/poundal-to-newton