No Results
No results found for your search. Please try another term.
How to Convert from Pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to Poundal foot [pdl*ft]
Learn how to convert torque values from pound-force foot to poundal foot easily with this unit converter tool. Understand key uses, conversion steps, and important details for accurate engineering calculations.
Please check your input. It must be a valid numeric value.
Pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to Poundal foot [pdl*ft] Conversion Table
| Pound-force foot [lbf*ft] | Poundal foot [pdl*ft] |
|---|
Custom Unit Conversion Table Generator – Instant Printable Conversion Tables
Enter the starting number (positive decimal or integer ≥ 0). Example: 0.1, 1, 5.
Enter the ending number (positive decimal or integer > Start Value). Example: 10, 50, 100.
Enter the step size (positive decimal > 0 and < End Value – Start Value). Example: 1.0, 2.5.
| Pound-force foot [lbf*ft] | Poundal foot [pdl*ft] |
|---|
Explore More Moment Of Force Units Converter
- How to convert from newton meter [N*m] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to newton meter [N*m]?
- How to convert from kilonewton meter [kN*m] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to kilonewton meter [kN*m]?
- How to convert from millinewton meter [mN*m] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to millinewton meter [mN*m]?
- How to convert from micronewton meter [µN*m] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to micronewton meter [µN*m]?
- How to convert from ton-force (short) meter to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to ton-force (short) meter?
- How to convert from ton-force (long) meter to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to ton-force (long) meter?
- How to convert from ton-force (metric) meter to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to ton-force (metric) meter?
- How to convert from kilogram-force meter [kgf*m] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to kilogram-force meter [kgf*m]?
- How to convert from gram-force centimeter to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to gram-force centimeter?
- How to convert from poundal foot [pdl*ft] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to poundal foot [pdl*ft]?
- How to convert from poundal inch [pdl*in] to pound-force foot [lbf*ft]?
- How to convert from pound-force foot [lbf*ft] to poundal inch [pdl*in]?
What Is This Tool?
This converter helps translate torque or moment of force measurements from pound-force foot (lbf*ft), a U.S. customary unit, to poundal foot (pdl*ft), an imperial/English engineering unit. It supports accurate unit conversions critical for various mechanical and engineering applications.
How to Use This Tool?
- Enter the torque value in pound-force foot (lbf*ft)
- Select poundal foot (pdl*ft) as the target unit
- Click the convert button to get the equivalent torque in poundal foot
- Review and apply the converted value in your calculations or documentation
Key Features
- Converts torque from pound-force foot to poundal foot effortlessly
- Based on exact conversion rate between the two moment of force units
- Supports engineering and legacy data translation between unit systems
- Browser-based for quick, on-the-go calculations
- Useful for automotive, mechanical, and historical equipment contexts
Examples
- 2 lbf*ft converts to 64.3482099 pdl*ft
- 0.5 lbf*ft converts to 16.087052475 pdl*ft
Common Use Cases
- Specifying torque for bolts and fasteners in automotive maintenance
- Rating torque output for small engines and power tools
- Designing and analyzing mechanical linkages using U.S. customary units
- Interpreting legacy engineering notes based on poundal-foot units
- Converting historical torque specifications for restoration or redesign
Tips & Best Practices
- Always verify the units before applying converted torque values
- Use conversion results for comparison and documentation rather than precision-critical decisions
- Understand the context where each torque unit is commonly applied to avoid misuse
- Be cautious with conversions in high-precision engineering tasks due to minor differences in unit definitions
Limitations
- Minor precision errors can arise from differences in unit systems and force definitions
- Poundal foot units are less common today compared to SI or pound-force units
- Conversions should be used thoughtfully in highly sensitive or safety-critical applications
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does one pound-force foot represent?
- It is the torque caused by one pound-force applied perpendicularly at a distance of one foot from a pivot, used commonly in U.S. customary engineering.
- When should I use poundal foot instead of pound-force foot?
- Poundal foot is typically used in imperial or English engineering contexts, especially for interpreting legacy data or calculations based on the poundal-foot-second system.
- Is there any loss of accuracy converting between these units?
- Because the units originate from different force definitions, small precision discrepancies may occur, so it's best to avoid using this conversion for extremely precise measurements.
Key Terminology
- Pound-force foot [lbf*ft]
- A unit of torque representing one pound-force applied at a lever arm one foot long; used widely in U.S. customary engineering.
- Poundal foot [pdl*ft]
- A moment of force unit equal to one poundal applied at a one-foot lever arm, common in imperial/English engineering contexts.
- Moment of force (Torque)
- The rotational effect produced by a force applied at a distance from a pivot point.