Convert poundal to ton (short)
Please provide values below to convert poundal [pdl] to ton (short) [ton (US)], or Convert ton (short) to poundal.
How to Convert Poundal to Ton (Short)
1 pdl = 1.524e-05 ton (US)
Example: convert 15 pdl to ton (US):
15 pdl = 15 × 1.524e-05 ton (US) = 0.0002286 ton (US)
Poundal to Ton (Short) Conversion Table
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Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is a unit of force in the foot-pound-second (FPS) system, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-pound mass at a rate of one foot per second squared.
History/Origin
The poundal was introduced in the 19th century as part of the FPS system of units, primarily used in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the SI system. It was designed to provide a consistent force unit based on imperial units.
Current Use
Today, the poundal is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of historical or specialized engineering contexts. It is mainly referenced for educational purposes or in discussions of imperial units, with the SI unit of force (newton) being the standard.
Ton (Short)
A short ton (US) is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.1847 kilograms.
History/Origin
The short ton was developed in the United States as a standardized unit of weight for commercial and industrial use, replacing the older long ton used in Britain. It became widely adopted in the 19th and 20th centuries for measuring large quantities of goods.
Current Use
The short ton (US) is primarily used in the United States for measuring freight, commodities, and industrial materials. It is also used in some contexts for shipping and trade, especially in industries like mining, construction, and manufacturing.