Convert gram-force to dyne
Please provide values below to convert gram-force [gf] to dyne [dyn], or Convert dyne to gram-force.
1 gf = 980.665 dyn. To convert gram-force to dyne, multiply the value by 980.665; to go the other way, divide by it (1 dyn = 0.00101971621298 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 = 980.665 dyn
- 1 dyn = 0.00101971621298 gf
- 10 gf = 9806.65 dyn
- 100 gf = 98066.5 dyn
How to Convert Gram-Force to Dyne
1 gf = 980.665 dyn
Example: convert 15 gf to dyn:
15 gf = 15 × 980.665 dyn = 14709.975 dyn
Gram-Force to Dyne Conversion Table
| gram-force | dyne |
|---|---|
| 1 gf | 980.665 dyn |
| 2 gf | 1961.33 dyn |
| 3 gf | 2941.995 dyn |
| 5 gf | 4903.325 dyn |
| 10 gf | 9806.65 dyn |
| 20 gf | 19613.3 dyn |
| 50 gf | 49033.25 dyn |
| 100 gf | 98066.5 dyn |
| 500 gf | 490332.5 dyn |
| 1000 gf | 980665 dyn |
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.
Dyne
A dyne is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one gram at a rate of one centimeter per second squared.
History/Origin
The dyne was introduced as part of the CGS system of units in the late 19th century, serving as a smaller force unit compared to the Newton, to facilitate calculations in physics and engineering involving small forces.
Current Use
The dyne is primarily used in theoretical physics and certain specialized scientific fields; however, it has largely been replaced by the Newton in most practical applications and international standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gram-force in dyne?
1 gram-force (gf) = 980.665 dyne (dyn).
How do you convert gram-force to dyne?
Multiply the gram-force value by 980.665. For example, 25 gf × 980.665 = 24516.625 dyn.
What is 10 gram-force in dyne?
10 gf = 9806.65 dyn.
Which unit is larger, the gram-force or the dyne?
The gram-force is the larger unit: 1 gf = 980.665 dyn.