What does poundal second per square foot measure?

It is an imperial unit of dynamic viscosity representing force applied over time distributed across area, used to quantify fluid resistance to shear flow.

When should I use pound-force second per square inch units?

Use it for reporting viscosities in US customary engineering contexts, especially for thick greases, heavy oils, polymers, and adhesives.

Can this conversion be used for kinematic viscosity?

No, this conversion is specific to dynamic viscosity and should not be applied to kinematic viscosity or other rheological measures.

How to Convert from Poundal second/square foot to Pound-force second/sq. inch

Learn how to convert dynamic viscosity values from poundal second per square foot to pound-force second per square inch. This page explains the units, their applications, and conversion steps for engineering and industrial uses.

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What Is This Tool?

This unit converter transforms dynamic viscosity measurements between poundal second per square foot and pound-force second per square inch, two imperial units used in various engineering and industrial fields.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the value in poundal second per square foot you wish to convert.
Select pound-force second per square inch as the target unit.
Click the convert button to see the result instantly.
Use the provided formula and examples to verify your conversion.

Key Features

Converts dynamic viscosity values between FPS and US customary units.
Supports units commonly used in lubrication engineering and fluid dynamics.
Browser-based and easy to use without additional software.
Provides clear formula and example conversions to assist users.
Facilitates interpretation of legacy and modern technical viscosity data.

Examples

10 poundal second/square foot equals 0.002158399 pound-force second/sq. inch.
50 poundal second/square foot equals 0.010791995 pound-force second/sq. inch.

Common Use Cases

Specifying viscosity for lubricants and oils in FPS-based engineering contexts.
Conducting fluid-dynamics and pump or bearing design analysis with imperial units.
Reporting viscosity of heavy oils, greases, or bitumen in US customary terms.
Describing polymer melt and adhesive viscosity for industrial processes using psi units.
Interpreting or converting legacy experimental viscosity data to modern units.

Tips & Best Practices

Always double-check conversions given the small numerical factor involved.
Understand the difference between FPS and US customary unit systems to avoid errors.
Use this specific conversion only for dynamic viscosity, not other types of viscosity.
Refer to conversion examples to ensure accuracy before application in engineering tasks.

Limitations

Small conversion factor can cause significant errors if not handled carefully.
Only applies to dynamic viscosity, not kinematic viscosity or other rheological properties.
Requires precise knowledge of imperial and US customary unit definitions to prevent misinterpretation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does poundal second per square foot measure?: It is an imperial unit of dynamic viscosity representing force applied over time distributed across area, used to quantify fluid resistance to shear flow.
When should I use pound-force second per square inch units?: Use it for reporting viscosities in US customary engineering contexts, especially for thick greases, heavy oils, polymers, and adhesives.
Can this conversion be used for kinematic viscosity?: No, this conversion is specific to dynamic viscosity and should not be applied to kinematic viscosity or other rheological measures.

Key Terminology

Poundal second per square foot: An imperial unit of dynamic viscosity quantifying resistance to shear by force over time per unit area expressed in poundals and square feet.
Pound-force second per square inch: An Imperial/US customary dynamic viscosity unit relating shear stress to shear rate, expressed as pound-force applied over seconds per square inch.
Dynamic viscosity: A measure of a fluid's resistance to shear flow, describing how it resists deformation under applied force.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which property do these units measure?

Density

Dynamic viscosity

Temperature

What is the approximate conversion factor from poundal second/square foot to pound-force second/sq. inch?

0.0002

0.002

0.02

For which applications is converting between these units most relevant?

Fluid dynamics and lubrication engineering

Electrical engineering

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