Convert gram-force to centinewton
Please provide values below to convert gram-force [gf] to centinewton [cN], or Convert centinewton to gram-force.
1 gf = 0.980665 cN. To convert gram-force to centinewton, multiply the value by 0.980665; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cN = 1.01971621298 gf). Both units measure force and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 gf = 0.980665 cN
- 1 cN = 1.01971621298 gf
- 10 gf = 9.80665 cN
- 100 gf = 98.0665 cN
How to Convert Gram-Force to Centinewton
1 gf = 0.980665 cN
Example: convert 15 gf to cN:
15 gf = 15 × 0.980665 cN = 14.709975 cN
Gram-Force to Centinewton Conversion Table
| gram-force | centinewton |
|---|---|
| 1 gf | 0.980665 cN |
| 2 gf | 1.96133 cN |
| 3 gf | 2.941995 cN |
| 5 gf | 4.903325 cN |
| 10 gf | 9.80665 cN |
| 20 gf | 19.6133 cN |
| 50 gf | 49.03325 cN |
| 100 gf | 98.0665 cN |
| 500 gf | 490.3325 cN |
| 1000 gf | 980.665 cN |
Gram-Force
Gram-force (gf) is a unit of force defined as the force exerted by one gram of mass in standard gravity, approximately equal to 0.00980665 newtons.
History/Origin
The gram-force originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units, used to express forces in terms of grams and centimeters. It was commonly used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the SI system.
Current Use
Gram-force is now largely obsolete and replaced by the SI unit newton (N) in scientific and technical contexts. However, it may still be used in some engineering fields, calibration, and for illustrative purposes in educational settings.
Centinewton
A centinewton (cN) is a unit of force equal to one hundredth of a newton, the SI derived unit of force.
History/Origin
The centinewton was introduced as a convenient subunit of the newton for measuring small forces, especially in engineering and physics contexts, though it is not an SI standard unit and is rarely used in formal scientific literature.
Current Use
The centinewton is primarily used in specialized fields such as engineering, material testing, and calibration where small force measurements are needed, but it is largely replaced by the newton in most scientific and technical applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gram-force in centinewton?
1 gram-force (gf) = 0.980665 centinewton (cN).
How do you convert gram-force to centinewton?
Multiply the gram-force value by 0.980665. For example, 25 gf × 0.980665 = 24.516625 cN.
What is 10 gram-force in centinewton?
10 gf = 9.80665 cN.
Which unit is larger, the gram-force or the centinewton?
The centinewton is the larger unit: 1 gf equals only 0.980665 cN.