A poundal is a unit of force in the foot–pound–second system, defined as the force that causes a one-pound mass to accelerate at one foot per second squared.

A dyne is the CGS unit of force, defined as the force necessary to accelerate a one-gram mass by one centimetre per second squared.

Why convert poundal to dyne?

Conversion helps translate force measurements between the FPS and CGS systems, useful in physics education, legacy data analysis, and laboratory research.

How to Convert from Poundal [pdl] to Dyne [dyn]?

Learn how to convert force measurements from poundal to dyne using a reliable online converter. Understand the relationship between FPS and CGS force units and their common applications.

Poundal [pdl]

Dyne [dyn]

Please check your input. It must be a valid numeric value.

Poundal [pdl] to Dyne [dyn] Conversion Table

Poundal [pdl]	Dyne [dyn]

Custom Unit Conversion Table Generator – Instant Printable Conversion Tables

Start Value

Enter the starting number (positive decimal or integer ≥ 0). Example: 0.1, 1, 5.

End Value

Enter the ending number (positive decimal or integer > Start Value). Example: 10, 50, 100.

Interval

Enter the step size (positive decimal > 0 and < End Value – Start Value). Example: 1.0, 2.5.

Poundal [pdl] to Dyne [dyn] Conversion Table
Poundal [pdl]	Dyne [dyn]

Explore More Force Units Converter

What Is This Tool?

This tool helps convert force values from poundal (pdl), a unit in the foot–pound–second system, to dyne (dyn), the centimetre–gram–second system unit. It simplifies translating legacy or laboratory data across different unit systems.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the force value in poundal you want to convert.
Select poundal as the initial unit and dyne as the target unit.
Click the convert button to get the equivalent force in dyne.
Review the result and use it for analysis or reporting as needed.

Key Features

Converts force units between poundal and dyne accurately using the standardized conversion rate.
Supports translation of classical mechanics and legacy engineering force measurements.
Browser-based tool requiring no installation, accessible anytime for quick conversions.
Includes examples demonstrating conversions for better user understanding.

Examples

2 poundal equals 27650.9908752 dyne (2 × 13825.4954376).
0.5 poundal equals 6912.7477188 dyne (0.5 × 13825.4954376).

Common Use Cases

Converting force values in physics education involving FPS units to CGS units.
Interpreting and converting legacy engineering, ballistics, or archival data expressed in poundals.
Working with laboratory physics experiments requiring force values in dyne.
Analyzing surface tension measurements commonly reported in dyne per centimetre.
Translating historical astrophysics or magnetism data from CGS to FPS unit systems.

Tips & Best Practices

Always use the precise conversion rate of 1 poundal = 13825.4954376 dyne for accurate results.
Double-check units before and after conversion to avoid confusion between FPS and CGS systems.
Use this conversion primarily for educational, archival, or legacy data contexts as these units are less common today.
Refer to examples within the tool to understand applying the conversion formula correctly.

Limitations

Poundal is largely outdated and uncommon outside legacy or educational settings.
Dyne unit usage is limited in modern science dominated by SI units.
Conversions may mainly serve historical or instructional purposes rather than contemporary engineering needs.
Exact conversion must be used to handle the significant numerical difference between poundal and dyne.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a poundal?: A poundal is a unit of force in the foot–pound–second system, defined as the force that causes a one-pound mass to accelerate at one foot per second squared.
What is a dyne unit?: A dyne is the CGS unit of force, defined as the force necessary to accelerate a one-gram mass by one centimetre per second squared.
Why convert poundal to dyne?: Conversion helps translate force measurements between the FPS and CGS systems, useful in physics education, legacy data analysis, and laboratory research.

Key Terminology

Poundal (pdl): A unit of force in the FPS system, causing one pound mass to accelerate at one foot per second squared.
Dyne (dyn): A CGS unit of force, defined as the force needed to accelerate one gram mass by one centimetre per second squared.
FPS system: A system of units based on feet, pounds, and seconds commonly used in classical mechanics.
CGS system: A unit system based on centimetres, grams, and seconds that is often used in laboratory physics.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which unit system does the poundal belong to?

SI (International System)

Foot–Pound–Second (FPS)

Centimetre–Gram–Second (CGS)

A dyne is the unit of force in which system?

FPS system

CGS system

Imperial system

What is the approximate number of dynes in one poundal?

13825.4954 dyn

0.138 dyn

1000 dyn

Share Us

Similar Calculators

Online Fuel Efficiency Volume Units Converter Online Acceleration Units Converter Online Specific Heat Capacity Units Converter Online Digital Image Resolution Units Converter Online Length Units Converter