Convert ounce-force inch to erg
Please provide values below to convert ounce-force inch [ozf*in] to erg [erg], or Convert erg to ounce-force inch.
1 ozf*in = 70615.5 erg. To convert ounce-force inch to erg, multiply the value by 70615.5; to go the other way, divide by it (1 erg = 1.41611969044e-05 ozf*in). Both units measure energy and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 ozf*in = 70615.5 erg
- 1 erg = 1.41611969044e-05 ozf*in
- 10 ozf*in = 706155 erg
- 100 ozf*in = 7061550 erg
How to Convert Ounce-Force Inch to Erg
1 ozf*in = 70615.5 erg
Example: convert 15 ozf*in to erg:
15 ozf*in = 15 × 70615.5 erg = 1059232.5 erg
Ounce-Force Inch to Erg Conversion Table
| ounce-force inch | erg |
|---|---|
| 1 ozf*in | 70615.5 erg |
| 2 ozf*in | 141231 erg |
| 3 ozf*in | 211846.5 erg |
| 5 ozf*in | 353077.5 erg |
| 10 ozf*in | 706155 erg |
| 20 ozf*in | 1412310 erg |
| 50 ozf*in | 3530775 erg |
| 100 ozf*in | 7061550 erg |
| 500 ozf*in | 35307750 erg |
| 1000 ozf*in | 70615500 erg |
Ounce-Force Inch
Ounce-force inch (ozf·in) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one ounce-force applied at a distance of one inch from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The ounce-force inch originated from the imperial system of units, primarily used in engineering and mechanical contexts to measure torque. It has been used historically in the United States and other countries employing imperial units, but has largely been replaced by the metric system in scientific applications.
Current Use
Today, ounce-force inch is primarily used in specific engineering fields, such as small-scale mechanical and automotive applications, where imperial units are still prevalent. It is considered a non-SI unit and is less common in modern scientific and international standards.
Erg
The erg is a unit of energy in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, defined as the amount of work done when a force of one dyne displaces an object by one centimeter.
History/Origin
The erg was introduced in the late 19th century as part of the CGS system of units, primarily used in physics to measure small amounts of energy before the adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Today, the erg is largely obsolete and rarely used outside of specific scientific contexts, with the SI unit joule being the standard for energy measurement. It remains relevant in some fields like astrophysics and theoretical physics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 ounce-force inch in erg?
1 ounce-force inch (ozf*in) = 70615.5 erg (erg).
How do you convert ounce-force inch to erg?
Multiply the ounce-force inch value by 70615.5. For example, 25 ozf*in × 70615.5 = 1765387.5 erg.
What is 10 ounce-force inch in erg?
10 ozf*in = 706155 erg.
Which unit is larger, the ounce-force inch or the erg?
The ounce-force inch is the larger unit: 1 ozf*in = 70615.5 erg.