What is a force converter?

A force converter helps you convert between different units of force quickly and accurately.

How do I convert centinewton [cN] to poundal [pdl]?

Simply enter the value in the centinewton [cN] input field, and the converter will show you the equivalent value in poundal [pdl] instantly.

Yes, this force converter is completely free and easy to use for all your conversion needs.

Yes, there is a switch button provided to quickly swap the conversion direction between centinewton [cN] and poundal [pdl].

The conversion results are calculated using precise formulas to ensure accuracy for most practical purposes.

Convert centinewton [cN] to poundal [pdl] Online | Free force Converter

Centinewton [cN]

Centinewton is a unit of force in the International System of Units (SI).

1 centinewton (cN) equals $10^{-2}$ newtons (0.01 newton).
It is used to measure very small forces, useful in precision engineering, material testing, and small-scale physics experiments.
To put it in perspective:

1 \text{ cN} = 0.01 \text{ N}

Centinewtons allow convenient expression of forces smaller than decinewtons but larger than millinewtons.

Poundal [pdl]

The poundal is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, mainly used in the United States.

It is defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass by one foot per second squared.
Mathematically:

1 \text{ pdl} = 1 \text{ lb} \times 1 \text{ ft/s}^2 = 0.138255 \text{ newtons}

The poundal is smaller than the pound-force since Earth's gravity accelerates a pound mass at approximately 32.174 ft/s², making:

1 \text{ lbf} = 32.174 \text{ pdl}

It is mostly of historical interest and rarely used in modern engineering but can appear in classical mechanics problems using the FPS system.

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