Poundal to metric ton-force converter (pdl to tf)

Conversion Formula

1 pdl = 1.41e-5 tf

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Poundal = 0.138255 newtons
   1 Metric ton-force = 9,806.7 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 pdl = (0.138255 N) / (9,806.7 N/tf) = 1.41e-5 tf
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in pdl by 1.41e-5 to get the equivalent in tf

Example Conversion

Convert 5 pdl to tf:

5 pdl × 1.41e-5 = 7.05e-5 tf