Convert gram-force centimeter to joule
Please provide values below to convert gram-force centimeter [gf*cm] to joule [J], or Convert joule to gram-force centimeter.
1 gf*cm = 9.80665e-05 J. To convert gram-force centimeter to joule, multiply the value by 9.80665e-05; to go the other way, divide by it (1 J = 10197.1621298 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 = 9.80665e-05 J
- 1 J = 10197.1621298 gf*cm
- 10 gf*cm = 0.000980665 J
- 100 gf*cm = 0.00980665 J
How to Convert Gram-Force Centimeter to Joule
1 gf*cm = 9.80665e-05 J
Example: convert 15 gf*cm to J:
15 gf*cm = 15 × 9.80665e-05 J = 0.0014709975 J
Gram-Force Centimeter to Joule Conversion Table
| gram-force centimeter | joule |
|---|---|
| 1 gf*cm | 9.80665e-05 J |
| 2 gf*cm | 0.000196133 J |
| 3 gf*cm | 0.0002941995 J |
| 5 gf*cm | 0.0004903325 J |
| 10 gf*cm | 0.000980665 J |
| 20 gf*cm | 0.00196133 J |
| 50 gf*cm | 0.004903325 J |
| 100 gf*cm | 0.00980665 J |
| 500 gf*cm | 0.04903325 J |
| 1000 gf*cm | 0.0980665 J |
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.
Joule
The joule (J) is the SI unit of energy, work, and heat, defined as the work done when a force of one newton acts over a distance of one meter.
History/Origin
The joule was named after James Prescott Joule in 1889 to honor his work in energy and thermodynamics. It was adopted as the SI unit of energy in 1948.
Current Use
The joule is widely used in physics, engineering, and everyday contexts to quantify energy, work, and heat in various applications, including electricity, mechanics, and thermodynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gram-force centimeter in joule?
1 gram-force centimeter (gf*cm) = 9.80665e-05 joule (J).
How do you convert gram-force centimeter to joule?
Multiply the gram-force centimeter value by 9.80665e-05. For example, 25 gf*cm × 9.80665e-05 = 0.0024516625 J.
What is 10 gram-force centimeter in joule?
10 gf*cm = 0.000980665 J.
Which unit is larger, the gram-force centimeter or the joule?
The joule is the larger unit: 1 gf*cm equals only 9.80665e-05 J.