Piconewton to poundal converter (pN to pdl)

Conversion Formula

1 pN = 7.23e-12 pdl

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Piconewton = 1.00e-12 newtons
   1 Poundal = 0.138255 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 pN = (1.00e-12 N) / (0.138255 N/pdl) = 7.23e-12 pdl
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in pN by 7.23e-12 to get the equivalent in pdl

Example Conversion

Convert 5 pN to pdl:

5 pN × 7.23e-12 = 3.62e-11 pdl