What is a force converter?

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

How do I convert poundal [pdl] to kilopound-force [kipf]?

Simply enter the value in the poundal [pdl] input field, and the converter will show you the equivalent value in kilopound-force [kipf] 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 poundal [pdl] and kilopound-force [kipf].

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

Convert poundal [pdl] to kilopound-force [kipf] Online | Free force Converter

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.

Kilopound-Force [kipf]

The kilopound-force (kipf) is a unit of force commonly used in engineering, especially in the United States.

1 \text{ kipf} = 1,000 \text{ lbf} \approx 4,448.22 \text{ newtons}

The kipf is often used to express large forces such as structural loads, stresses in materials, or foundation pressures.
It simplifies large force values by grouping them in thousands of pounds-force, making calculations and communication more convenient.

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