Convert Gram-force (gf) to Newtons (N)
Enter a value below to convert Gram-force (gf) to Newtons (N).
Conversion:
1 Gram-force (gf) = 0.00980665 Newtons (N)
How to Convert Gram-force (gf) to Newtons (N)
1 gf = 0.00980665 n
1 n = 101.9716213 gf
Example: convert 15 Gram-force (gf) to Newtons (N):
25 gf = 0.24516625 n
Gram-force (gf) to Newtons (N) Conversion Table
| Gram-force (gf) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 gf | 0.0000980665 n |
| 0.1 gf | 0.000980665 n |
| 1 gf | 0.00980665 n |
| 2 gf | 0.0196133 n |
| 3 gf | 0.02941995 n |
| 5 gf | 0.04903325 n |
| 10 gf | 0.0980665 n |
| 20 gf | 0.196133 n |
| 50 gf | 0.4903325 n |
| 100 gf | 0.980665 n |
| 1000 gf | 9.80665 n |
Gram-force (gf)
Definition
A gram-force (gf) is a unit of force equal to the gravitational force exerted on a mass of 1 gram under standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²). It equals approximately 0.00981 newtons.
History
The gram-force originated from the gravitational metric system where weight units were defined by the force of gravity on mass units. It was commonly used before the SI system formalized the newton as the standard.
Current use
Gram-force is still used in some specialized fields such as textile tension testing, spring force measurement, and precision weighing applications where small gravitational forces are referenced.
Newtons (N)
Definition
A newton (N) is the SI unit of force, defined as the force needed to accelerate a mass of 1 kilogram at a rate of 1 meter per second squared (1 N = 1 kg·m/s²).
History
The newton was named after Sir Isaac Newton in recognition of his foundational work on classical mechanics. It was adopted as the SI unit of force in 1948 by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM).
Current use
The newton is the standard unit of force in science, engineering, and industry worldwide. It is used in structural engineering, automotive design, aerospace, biomechanics, and virtually every discipline involving forces.