What units does this converter work with?

It converts dynamic viscosity units from poundal second per square foot (FPS system) to slug per foot per second (US customary system).

Why convert between these two units?

The conversion helps translate older FPS-based viscosity data to US customary units commonly used in fluid dynamics and engineering calculations.

Is this conversion suitable for comparing to SI units?

Yes, although care should be taken as these Imperial units differ from SI units, and additional conversion may be required.

How to Convert from Poundal Second/Square Foot to Slug/Foot/Second

Convert dynamic viscosity measurements from poundal second per square foot to slug per foot per second accurately with this online unit converter, ideal for engineering and fluid dynamics applications using Imperial units.

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Poundal second/square foot to Slug/foot/second Conversion Table

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Poundal second/square foot to Slug/foot/second Conversion Table
Poundal second/square foot	Slug/foot/second

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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts dynamic viscosity values from poundal second per square foot, an older FPS-based unit, to slug per foot per second, a US customary unit, facilitating consistency in fluid dynamics and engineering calculations.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the dynamic viscosity value in poundal second per square foot
Select the target unit as slug per foot per second
Click convert to obtain the equivalent value in slug/foot/second
Use the converted result for engineering or fluid dynamics calculations

Key Features

Converts between poundal second/square foot and slug/foot/second units of dynamic viscosity
Supports engineering and fluid dynamics applications using Imperial unit systems
Provides precise conversion based on defined relationship between FPS and US customary units
Offers example calculations for quick reference
Browser-based tool usable without installation

Examples

5 poundal second/square foot equals 0.155404751 slug/foot/second
10 poundal second/square foot equals 0.310809502 slug/foot/second

Common Use Cases

Specifying viscosities of lubricants and oils in older FPS/Imperial engineering contexts
Performing fluid-dynamics or pump and bearing analyses using Imperial units
Interpreting historical viscosity data in FPS units and converting to modern units
Fluid dynamics calculations involving Imperial units in pipe flow and boundary layer analysis
Integrating legacy aerodynamic data reported in US customary mass–length–time units

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure consistent unit application when converting between FPS and US customary systems
Use this conversion to integrate older experimental data with current measurement standards
Cross-check converted viscosity values when mixing unit systems in calculations
Reference example conversions for validation
Maintain awareness of context where both unit systems might coexist

Limitations

Conversion accuracy depends on proper consistent use of the different Imperial subsystems (FPS versus US customary)
Care is necessary when working with SI units alongside these conversions
Mixing units across disciplines may require additional verification

Frequently Asked Questions

What units does this converter work with?: It converts dynamic viscosity units from poundal second per square foot (FPS system) to slug per foot per second (US customary system).
Why convert between these two units?: The conversion helps translate older FPS-based viscosity data to US customary units commonly used in fluid dynamics and engineering calculations.
Is this conversion suitable for comparing to SI units?: Yes, although care should be taken as these Imperial units differ from SI units, and additional conversion may be required.

Key Terminology

Poundal second per square foot: An FPS unit of dynamic viscosity representing force applied over time per area, used in older Imperial fluid analyses.
Slug per foot per second: An Imperial unit of dynamic viscosity quantifying fluid resistance to shear, defined as mass per length and time.
Dynamic Viscosity: A measure of a fluid's internal resistance to flow or shear stress under a velocity gradient.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which unit is the source unit in this converter?

Slug per foot per second

Poundal second per square foot

Pascal second

What does the slug per foot per second measure?

Pressure

Dynamic viscosity

Velocity

For what kind of engineering data is this conversion most useful?

Electrical engineering

Fluid dynamics and lubrication analysis

Structural engineering

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