Pound-Force Foot to Poundal Foot Conversion

Convert between Pound-Force Foot and Poundal Foot quickly and accurately.

From Pound-Force Foot

lbf·ft

To Poundal Foot

pdl·ft

How to Convert Pound-Force Foot to Poundal Foot

Conversion Formula

1 lbf·ft = 32.174 pdl·ft

1 pdl·ft = 0.031 lbf·ft

Example

Convert 15 lbf·ft to pdl·ft:

15 lbf·ft = 15 × 32.174 pdl·ft = 482.612 pdl·ft

Unit Information

Learn about the moment of force units you're converting between

Pound-Force Foot

lbf·ft

Definition

The pound-force foot (lbf·ft) is a unit of moment of force based on the gravitational force of one pound and foot. It is commonly used in American engineering applications for measuring torques and moments.

History/Origin

This unit is based on the gravitational force of one pound and foot, providing a measure for moment of force in American engineering and construction applications using imperial units.

Current Use

Widely used in American engineering, automotive, and construction applications for measuring torques, bending moments, and rotational forces in engines, machinery, and structural systems.

Multiplier

1.356

Offset

Poundal Foot

pdl·ft

Definition

The poundal foot (pdl·ft) is a unit of moment of force based on the poundal (force unit) and foot. It is used in some engineering applications and scientific contexts for measuring torques and moments.

History/Origin

This unit is based on the poundal, a unit of force in the foot-pound-second system, providing a measure for moment of force in certain engineering and scientific applications.

Current Use

Used in some engineering applications and scientific contexts for measuring torques, rotational forces, and moments in systems using the foot-pound-second system of units.

Multiplier

0.042

Offset