Convert gram-force centimeter to dyne centimeter
Please provide values below to convert gram-force centimeter [gf*cm] to dyne centimeter [dyn*cm], or Convert dyne centimeter to gram-force centimeter.
1 gf*cm = 980.665 dyn*cm. To convert gram-force centimeter to dyne centimeter, multiply the value by 980.665; to go the other way, divide by it (1 dyn*cm = 0.00101971621298 gf*cm). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 gf*cm = 980.665 dyn*cm
- 1 dyn*cm = 0.00101971621298 gf*cm
- 10 gf*cm = 9806.65 dyn*cm
- 100 gf*cm = 98066.5 dyn*cm
How to Convert Gram-Force Centimeter to Dyne Centimeter
1 gf*cm = 980.665 dyn*cm
Example: convert 15 gf*cm to dyn*cm:
15 gf*cm = 15 × 980.665 dyn*cm = 14709.975 dyn*cm
Gram-Force Centimeter to Dyne Centimeter Conversion Table
| gram-force centimeter | dyne centimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 gf*cm | 980.665 dyn*cm |
| 2 gf*cm | 1961.33 dyn*cm |
| 3 gf*cm | 2941.995 dyn*cm |
| 5 gf*cm | 4903.325 dyn*cm |
| 10 gf*cm | 9806.65 dyn*cm |
| 20 gf*cm | 19613.3 dyn*cm |
| 50 gf*cm | 49033.25 dyn*cm |
| 100 gf*cm | 98066.5 dyn*cm |
| 500 gf*cm | 490332.5 dyn*cm |
| 1000 gf*cm | 980665 dyn*cm |
Gram-Force Centimeter
Gram-force centimeter (gf·cm) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one gram-force applied at a distance of one centimeter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The gram-force centimeter originated from the use of the gram-force as a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts before the adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Today, the gram-force centimeter is rarely used, having been largely replaced by SI units such as the newton meter (N·m) for torque measurements, but it may still appear in specialized or legacy applications.
Dyne Centimeter
A dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a unit of energy or work equal to the work done when a force of one dyne acts over a distance of one centimeter.
History/Origin
The dyne centimeter originated from the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, commonly used in physics before the adoption of the SI system, to measure small amounts of energy or work.
Current Use
Today, the dyne centimeter is primarily used in theoretical physics and specialized fields dealing with CGS units, but it is largely replaced by the joule in most practical applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gram-force centimeter in dyne centimeter?
1 gram-force centimeter (gf*cm) = 980.665 dyne centimeter (dyn*cm).
How do you convert gram-force centimeter to dyne centimeter?
Multiply the gram-force centimeter value by 980.665. For example, 25 gf*cm × 980.665 = 24516.625 dyn*cm.
What is 10 gram-force centimeter in dyne centimeter?
10 gf*cm = 9806.65 dyn*cm.
Which unit is larger, the gram-force centimeter or the dyne centimeter?
The gram-force centimeter is the larger unit: 1 gf*cm = 980.665 dyn*cm.