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Convert Decigram to Poundal

Convert decigrams to poundals instantly. 1 decigram = 0.0070988848 poundal — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Poundal to Decigram converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Decigram

What is a decigram?

A decigram (dg) equals 0.0001 kilogram, or 0.1 gram.

Origin of the decigram

From the SI prefix 'deci-' (from Latin 'decimus', tenth).

Where it is used

Occasional laboratory and pharmacy use.

When and where it was developed

Part of the original metric system of 1795.

Force / Engineering

Poundal

What is a poundal?

The poundal (pdl) is the FPS absolute unit of force; its mass-equivalent on this scale is about 0.0141 kg.

Origin of the poundal

Defined in the foot-pound-second absolute system in the late 19th century.

Where it is used

Early 20th-century physics and engineering.

When and where it was developed

Introduced in the absolute FPS system as an alternative to gravitational units.

Decigram to Poundal conversion formula

The relationship between decigrams and poundals:

1 dg = 0.0070988848 pdl
1 pdl = 140.867196 dg

To convert decigrams to poundals, multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0070988848. To reverse, multiply poundals by 140.867196.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in poundals updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Poundal to Decigram converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert decigrams to poundals

  1. Write down the value in decigrams (dg).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.0070988848.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in poundals (pdl).
  4. To reverse, multiply the poundal value by 140.867196.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 dg to pdl:
1 × 0.0070988848 = 0.0070988848 pdl

Example 2 — Convert 100 dg to pdl:
100 × 0.0070988848 = 0.7098884825 pdl

Real-world example — Plastic film and laminate thickness

A 500-decigram sheet is a typical spec for ID-card laminates and film overlays. Converting to poundals aligns the value with the unit most CAD systems and material datasheets prefer.

500 dg × 0.0070988848 = 3.5494424124 pdl

Real-world example — Packaging gauge

A 4-decigram plastic bag thickness is a common spec for grocery and freezer bags. Converting from decigrams to poundals is what packaging buyers do whenever they bridge US and metric supplier quotes.

4 dg × 0.0070988848 = 0.0283955393 pdl

Decigram to Poundal conversion table

Standard reference values for converting decigrams to poundals:

Decigram [dg]Poundal [pdl]
0.017.098885e-5
0.10.0007098885
10.0070988848
20.0141977696
30.0212966545
40.0283955393
50.0354944241
100.0709888482
200.1419776965
300.2129665447
400.283955393
500.3549442412
1000.7098884825
5003.5494424124
10007.0988848248

Frequently asked questions

How many poundals is 1 decigram?
1 decigram equals 0.0070988848 poundal.
How do I convert decigrams to poundals?
Multiply the value in decigrams by 0.0070988848 to get poundals.
How do I convert poundals back to decigrams?
Multiply the value in poundals by 140.867196, or use the Poundal to Decigram converter.
How many poundals is 100 decigrams?
100 decigrams equals 0.7098884825 poundals, because 100 × 0.0070988848 = 0.7098884825.

Convert Decigram to other weight units

Show all Decigram conversions
Metric / SI (17 units)
Decigram to Attogram (ag) Decigram to Femtogram (fg) Decigram to Picogram (pg) Decigram to Nanogram (ng) Decigram to Microgram (µg) Decigram to Milligram (mg) Decigram to Centigram (cg) Decigram to Gram (g) Decigram to Dekagram (dag) Decigram to Hectogram (hg) Decigram to Kilogram (kg) Decigram to Quintal (metric) (q) Decigram to Metric Ton (t) Decigram to Gigagram (Gg) Decigram to Teragram (Tg) Decigram to Petagram (Pg) Decigram to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Decigram to Grain (gr) Decigram to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Decigram to Ounce (oz) Decigram to Pound (lb) Decigram to Clove (clove) Decigram to Stone (US) (st) Decigram to Stone (UK) (st) Decigram to Quarter (US) (qr) Decigram to Quarter (UK) (qr) Decigram to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Decigram to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Decigram to Wey (wey) Decigram to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Decigram to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Decigram to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Decigram to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Decigram to Carat (metric) (ct) Decigram to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Decigram to Pennyweight (dwt) Decigram to Momme (mom) Decigram to Mace (mace) Decigram to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Decigram to Troy Ounce (oz t) Decigram to Tael (tael) Decigram to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Decigram to Ratti (ratti) Decigram to Masha (masha) Decigram to Tola (tola) Decigram to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Decigram to Seer (Ser) (seer) Decigram to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Decigram to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Decigram to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Decigram to Muon Mass (mµ) Decigram to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Decigram to Proton Mass (mp) Decigram to Neutron Mass (mn) Decigram to Deuteron Mass (md) Decigram to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Decigram to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Decigram to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Decigram to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Decigram to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Decigram to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Decigram to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Decigram to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Decigram to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Decigram to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Decigram to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Decigram to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Decigram to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Decigram to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Decigram to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Decigram to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Decigram to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Decigram to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Decigram to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Decigram to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (5 units)
Decigram to Poundal (pdl) Decigram to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Decigram to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Decigram to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Decigram to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 dg = 0.0070988848 pdl) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.