Convert Tael to Poundal
Convert taels to poundals instantly. 1 tael = 2.6833330309 poundal — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Poundal to Tael converter for the reverse conversion.
Units explained
Tael
The tael equals about 37.8 grams (ten mace).
From Malay 'tahil'; the Chinese unit is the 'liang'.
East Asian precious-metal and traditional-medicine commerce.
A long-standing East Asian trade weight, with regional variants.
Poundal
The poundal (pdl) is the FPS absolute unit of force; its mass-equivalent on this scale is about 0.0141 kg.
Defined in the foot-pound-second absolute system in the late 19th century.
Early 20th-century physics and engineering.
Introduced in the absolute FPS system as an alternative to gravitational units.
Tael to Poundal 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 taels and poundals:
To convert taels to poundals, multiply the value in taels by 2.6833330309. To reverse, multiply poundals by 0.3726708495.
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 Tael converter for the reverse direction.
Step-by-step: convert taels to poundals
- Write down the value in taels (tael).
- Multiply that value by the factor 2.6833330309.
- The product is the equivalent value in poundals (pdl).
- To reverse, multiply the poundal value by 0.3726708495.
Worked examples
Example 1 — Convert 1 tael to pdl:
1 × 2.6833330309 = 2.6833330309 pdl
Example 2 — Convert 100 tael to pdl:
100 × 2.6833330309 = 268.3333030921 pdl
Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions
A postcard is about 5 taels wide. Converting to poundals is essential for international postal addressing forms that ask for dimensions in different units across countries.
5 tael × 2.6833330309 = 13.4166651546 pdl
Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements
A 30-tael school ruler converts cleanly to poundals — useful when buying a desk accessory from a retailer whose product specs use a different unit.
30 tael × 2.6833330309 = 80.4999909276 pdl
Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions
A 10-tael fastener or component is about as long as a thumbnail. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts convert between taels and poundals daily when mixing metric and imperial tools.
10 tael × 2.6833330309 = 26.8333303092 pdl
Tael to Poundal conversion table
Standard reference values for converting taels to poundals:
| Tael [tael] | Poundal [pdl] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 0.0268333303 |
| 0.1 | 0.2683333031 |
| 1 | 2.6833330309 |
| 2 | 5.3666660618 |
| 3 | 8.0499990928 |
| 4 | 10.7333321237 |
| 5 | 13.4166651546 |
| 10 | 26.8333303092 |
| 20 | 53.6666606184 |
| 30 | 80.4999909276 |
| 40 | 107.3333212368 |
| 50 | 134.166651546 |
| 100 | 268.3333030921 |
| 500 | 1341.6665154604 |
| 1000 | 2683.3330309208 |
Frequently asked questions
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Sources & references
Conversion factor (1 tael = 2.6833330309 pdl) verified against the following authoritative sources:
- BIPM — The International System of Units (SI Brochure 9th ed.)
Official BIPM publication defining the seven SI base units (including the meter) and the rules for their use. The global authority on units of measurement.
- NIST — Guide to the SI
US National Institute of Standards and Technology reference covering the SI base and derived units with definitions and usage rules for US technical practice.
- NIST Special Publication 811 — Guide for the Use of the International System of Units
Detailed NIST guide covering exact conversion factors between SI and US customary units along with formatting and rounding conventions.
- NIST — Refinement of values for the yard and pound (Federal Register 1959)
The treaty (signed by US
- International Hydrographic Organization — Resolution on the Nautical Mile
International authority that standardised the nautical mile at exactly 1852 m in 1929 — the value adopted worldwide for sea and air navigation.