Millinewton to Poundal Conversion
Convert between Millinewton and Poundal quickly and accurately.
How to Convert Millinewton to Poundal
Conversion Formula
Example
Convert 15 mN to pdl:
Unit Information
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Millinewton
mN
Definition
A millinewton equals 0.001 Newtons and represents a very small force unit used in precision applications. This unit is employed for describing forces in laboratory settings, precision instruments, and micro-measurements.
History/Origin
The millinewton was established as part of the metric system's decimal prefix system. The prefix "milli" (meaning 0.001) was adopted in 1960. This unit provides a convenient way to express forces in the thousandths of Newtons range.
Current Use
Used in laboratory settings for measuring very small forces, particularly in chemistry and physics experiments. Common in precision instruments and micro-measurements. Used in some engineering applications where very small force measurements are required.
Multiplier
0.001
Offset
0
Poundal
pdl
Definition
The poundal is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system of units. It is defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one pound at a rate of one foot per second squared. The poundal is equal to approximately 0.138 Newtons.
History/Origin
The poundal was introduced as part of the FPS (foot-pound-second) system of units in the 19th century. It was widely used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the MKS (meter-kilogram-second) system. The name comes from the combination of "pound" and "acceleration".
Current Use
Still used in some areas of physics and engineering, particularly in the United States. Common in some engineering applications where the FPS system is still used. Used in some scientific instruments and laboratory equipment that were designed using the FPS system.
Multiplier
0.138
Offset
0
Millinewton to Poundal Conversion Table
| Millinewton [mN] | Poundal [pdl] |
|---|---|
| 1 mN | 0.007233 pdl |
| 10 mN | 0.07233 pdl |
| 25 mN | 0.180825 pdl |
| 50 mN | 0.361651 pdl |
| 100 mN | 0.723301 pdl |
| 0 mN | 0E+0 pdl |
| -10 mN | -0.07233 pdl |
| -40 mN | -0.289321 pdl |
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