Poundal to Pound-Force Converter
Convert Poundal (pdl) to Pound-Force (lbf) instantly. 1 pdl = 0.031081 lbf.
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1 pdl = 0.031081 lbf
Formula:
lbf = pdl × 0.0310809502With your value: 1 pdl = 0.03108095 lbf
Other Poundal to Pound-Force conversions
Poundal to Pound-Force Conversion Table
| Poundal (pdl) | Pound-Force (lbf) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.01554 |
| 1 | 0.031081 |
| 2 | 0.062162 |
| 5 | 0.155405 |
| 10 | 0.31081 |
| 15 | 0.466214 |
| 20 | 0.621619 |
| 25 | 0.777024 |
| 50 | 1.554048 |
| 100 | 3.108095 |
| 250 | 7.770238 |
| 500 | 15.540475 |
| 1000 | 31.08095 |
Pound-Force to Poundal Conversion Table
| Pound-Force (lbf) | Poundal (pdl) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 16.087024 |
| 1 | 32.174049 |
| 2 | 64.348097 |
| 5 | 160.870243 |
| 10 | 321.740486 |
| 15 | 482.610728 |
| 20 | 643.480971 |
| 25 | 804.351214 |
| 50 | 1,608.702428 |
| 100 | 3,217.404856 |
| 250 | 8,043.512139 |
| 500 | 16,087.024278 |
| 1000 | 32,174.048556 |
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
Pound-Force (lbf)
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 Pound-Force
To convert from Poundal (pdl) to Pound-Force (lbf), multiply the value by 0.0310809502.
Formula: lbf = pdl × 0.0310809502
Reverse: pdl = lbf × 32.1740485564
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Poundal. For example: 5 pdl
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.0310809502
- The result is: 0.155405 lbf
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 Pound-Force
Pound-force (lbf) is a unit of force in the English Engineering system. It is equal to the gravitational force exerted on a mass of one avoirdupois pound on the surface of Earth.
Common uses: aerospace, automotive engineering, US industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Pound-Force are in 1 Poundal?
There are exactly 0.0310809502 Pound-Force in 1 Poundal. This means the conversion factor from Poundal to Pound-Force is 0.0310809502.
What is the formula to convert Poundal to Pound-Force?
The formula to convert Poundal to Pound-Force is: lbf = pdl × 0.0310809502. For example, to convert 10 Poundal to Pound-Force, you would multiply 10 by 0.0310809502.
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 Pound-Force?
Pound-force (lbf) is a unit of force in the English Engineering system. It is equal to the gravitational force exerted on a mass of one avoirdupois pound on the surface of Earth.
What are the common uses of Poundal?
The Poundal is commonly used in force calculations, engineering and science, education.
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