Are poundal and pound foot/square second different units?

No, they are equivalent units of force within the FPS system and can be converted directly.

Why use poundal instead of newtons?

Poundal is used in legacy systems and specific classical mechanics problems where FPS units are standard.

Can I use this conversion for modern SI calculations?

No, these units are specific to FPS and require additional conversion steps to be compatible with SI units.

How to Convert from Poundal [pdl] to Pound foot/square second

Explore how to convert force units from poundal [pdl] to pound foot/square second within the foot–pound–second (FPS) system, useful for classical mechanics and legacy engineering contexts.

Poundal [pdl]

Pound foot/square second

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Poundal [pdl] to Pound foot/square second Conversion Table

Poundal [pdl]	Pound foot/square second

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Poundal [pdl] to Pound foot/square second Conversion Table
Poundal [pdl]	Pound foot/square second

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What Is This Tool?

This converter allows users to change measurements from poundal [pdl] to pound foot/square second. Both units belong to the FPS system and quantify force when the pound is treated as a mass unit multiplied by acceleration in feet per second squared.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the numerical value of the force in poundal [pdl].
Select poundal [pdl] as the 'From' unit and pound foot/square second as the 'To' unit.
Click the convert button to get the equivalent value in pound foot/square second.

Key Features

Converts force units within the FPS (foot–pound–second) system.
Includes poundal [pdl] and pound foot/square second units which are equivalent.
Supports use in classical mechanics and legacy engineering applications.
Browser-based and easy to use for educational and technical purposes.

Examples

Convert 5 poundal [pdl]: Equals 5 pound foot/square second.
Convert 12 pound foot/square second: Equals 12 poundal [pdl].

Common Use Cases

Solving classical mechanics problems in classrooms using FPS units.
Interpreting legacy engineering or ballistics data expressed in FPS units.
Performing small force calculations in systems using pound-mass and feet rather than SI units.

Tips & Best Practices

Verify the context to ensure pounds denote mass, not force, to avoid confusion.
Use this converter mainly in legacy or specialized scenarios involving FPS units.
Cross-check your results if converting to SI units, as additional steps are required.

Limitations

Units belong strictly to the FPS system and are not directly compatible with SI units.
Primarily useful in legacy and teaching contexts rather than modern engineering.
Potential for misunderstanding because 'pound' may refer to mass or force depending on usage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are poundal and pound foot/square second different units?: No, they are equivalent units of force within the FPS system and can be converted directly.
Why use poundal instead of newtons?: Poundal is used in legacy systems and specific classical mechanics problems where FPS units are standard.
Can I use this conversion for modern SI calculations?: No, these units are specific to FPS and require additional conversion steps to be compatible with SI units.

Key Terminology

Poundal [pdl]: A force unit in the FPS system defined as the force causing 1 ft/s² acceleration on a mass of one avoirdupois pound.
Pound foot/square second: A force unit in the FPS system equal to 1 pound-mass accelerated at 1 ft/s²; equivalent to a poundal.
Foot–pound–second (FPS) system: A system of units using feet, pounds (as mass), and seconds to measure physical quantities.

Quick Knowledge Check

What system do poundal and pound foot/square second belong to?

Metric system

Foot–pound–second (FPS) system

International System of Units (SI)

What does 1 poundal equal?

1 pound foot per second

1 pound foot per square second

1 newton

When is using this converter most appropriate?

For legacy engineering and classical mechanics in FPS units

For converting temperature units

For modern electrical engineering calculations

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