Mass and Weight · Unit Converter

Convert Poundal to Jupiter Mass

Convert poundals to jupiter mass instantly. 1 poundal = 7.421367e-30 jupiter mass — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Jupiter Mass to Poundal converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Ashok Kumar K, Ph.D.
Mass and Weight category 2 min read Published Last reviewed Updated

Units explained

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.

Astronomical

Jupiter Mass

What is a jupiter mass?

The Jupiter mass (M(J)) is about 1.898E27 kg.

Origin of the jupiter mass

The mass of Jupiter, the standard unit for gas giants and exoplanets.

Where it is used

Exoplanet characterization and planetary science.

When and where it was developed

Refined through telescopic and spacecraft observations of Jupiter.

Poundal to Jupiter Mass conversion formula

Note: this conversion uses a generally accepted modern value. Historical and regional definitions of this unit varied across times and places.

The relationship between poundals and jupiter mass:

1 pdl = 7.421367e-30 MJ
1 MJ = 1.347461e+29 pdl

To convert poundals to jupiter mass, multiply the value in poundals by 7.421367e-30. To reverse, multiply jupiter mass by 1.347461e+29.

How to use this converter

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

Step-by-step: convert poundals to jupiter mass

  1. Write down the value in poundals (pdl).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 7.421367e-30.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in jupiter mass (MJ).
  4. To reverse, multiply the jupiter mass value by 1.347461e+29.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 pdl to MJ:
1 × 7.421367e-30 = 7.421367e-30 MJ

Example 2 — Convert 100 pdl to MJ:
100 × 7.421367e-30 = 7.421367e-28 MJ

Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions

A postcard is about 5 poundals wide. Converting to jupiter mass is essential for international postal addressing forms that ask for dimensions in different units across countries.

5 pdl × 7.421367e-30 = 3.710684e-29 MJ

Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements

A 30-poundal school ruler converts cleanly to jupiter mass — useful when buying a desk accessory from a retailer whose product specs use a different unit.

30 pdl × 7.421367e-30 = 2.22641e-28 MJ

Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions

A 10-poundal fastener or component is about as long as a thumbnail. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts convert between poundals and jupiter mass daily when mixing metric and imperial tools.

10 pdl × 7.421367e-30 = 7.421367e-29 MJ

Poundal to Jupiter Mass conversion table

Standard reference values for converting poundals to jupiter mass:

Poundal [pdl]Jupiter Mass [MJ]
0.017.421367e-32
0.17.421367e-31
17.421367e-30
21.484273e-29
32.22641e-29
42.968547e-29
53.710684e-29
107.421367e-29
201.484273e-28
302.22641e-28
402.968547e-28
503.710684e-28
1007.421367e-28
5003.710684e-27
10007.421367e-27

Frequently asked questions

How many jupiter mass is 1 poundal?
1 poundal equals 7.421367e-30 jupiter mass.
How do I convert poundals to jupiter mass?
Multiply the value in poundals by 7.421367e-30 to get jupiter mass.
How do I convert jupiter mass back to poundals?
Multiply the value in jupiter mass by 1.347461e+29, or use the Jupiter Mass to Poundal converter.
How many jupiter mass is 100 poundals?
100 poundals equals 7.421367e-28 jupiter mass, because 100 × 7.421367e-30 = 7.421367e-28.

Convert Poundal to other weight units

Show all Poundal conversions
Metric / SI (18 units)
Poundal to Attogram (ag) Poundal to Femtogram (fg) Poundal to Picogram (pg) Poundal to Nanogram (ng) Poundal to Microgram (µg) Poundal to Milligram (mg) Poundal to Centigram (cg) Poundal to Decigram (dg) Poundal to Gram (g) Poundal to Dekagram (dag) Poundal to Hectogram (hg) Poundal to Kilogram (kg) Poundal to Quintal (metric) (q) Poundal to Metric Ton (t) Poundal to Gigagram (Gg) Poundal to Teragram (Tg) Poundal to Petagram (Pg) Poundal to Exagram (Eg)
Avoirdupois (15 units)
Poundal to Grain (gr) Poundal to Dram (avoirdupois) (dr) Poundal to Ounce (oz) Poundal to Pound (lb) Poundal to Clove (clove) Poundal to Stone (US) (st) Poundal to Stone (UK) (st) Poundal to Quarter (US) (qr) Poundal to Quarter (UK) (qr) Poundal to Hundredweight (US) (cwt) Poundal to Hundredweight (UK) (cwt) Poundal to Wey (wey) Poundal to Kilopound (kip) (kip) Poundal to Ton (short, US) (sh tn) Poundal to Ton (long, UK) (long tn)
Troy & Apothecary (10 units)
Poundal to Point (1/100 carat) (pt) Poundal to Carat (metric) (ct) Poundal to Scruple (apothecary) (s ap) Poundal to Pennyweight (dwt) Poundal to Momme (mom) Poundal to Mace (mace) Poundal to Dram (apothecary/troy) (dr ap) Poundal to Troy Ounce (oz t) Poundal to Tael (tael) Poundal to Pound (troy/apothecary) (lb t)
Indian / South Asian (6 units)
Poundal to Ratti (ratti) Poundal to Masha (masha) Poundal to Tola (tola) Poundal to Chittack (Chatank) (chittack) Poundal to Seer (Ser) (seer) Poundal to Maund (Mann) (maund)
Scientific / Atomic (9 units)
Poundal to Electron Mass (rest) (me) Poundal to MeV/c2 (MeV/c²) Poundal to Muon Mass (mµ) Poundal to Atomic Mass Unit (u) Poundal to Proton Mass (mp) Poundal to Neutron Mass (mn) Poundal to Deuteron Mass (md) Poundal to Carbon-12 Atom Mass (C-12) Poundal to Planck Mass (mP)
Astronomical (4 units)
Poundal to Lunar Mass (Moon) (M☾) Poundal to Earth's Mass (M⊕) Poundal to Jupiter Mass (MJ) Poundal to Sun's Mass (M☉)
Biblical / Ancient (14 units)
Poundal to Lepton (Biblical Roman) (lepton) Poundal to Quadrans (Biblical Roman) (quadrans) Poundal to Assarion (Biblical Roman) (assarion) Poundal to Gerah (Biblical Hebrew) (gerah) Poundal to Drachma (Biblical Greek) (drachma) Poundal to Denarius (Biblical Roman) (denarius) Poundal to Bekan (Biblical Hebrew) (bekah) Poundal to Didrachma (Biblical Greek) (didrachma) Poundal to Shekel (Biblical Hebrew) (shekel) Poundal to Tetradrachma (Biblical Greek) (tetra) Poundal to Mina (Biblical Greek) (mina) Poundal to Mina (Biblical Hebrew) (mina) Poundal to Talent (Biblical Greek) (talent) Poundal to Talent (Biblical Hebrew) (talent)
Force / Engineering (4 units)
Poundal to Ton (assay) (US) (AT) Poundal to Ton (assay) (UK) (AT) Poundal to Kilogram-force square second/meter (hyl) Poundal to Slug (slug)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 pdl = 7.421367e-30 MJ) verified against the following authoritative sources:

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