Force Converter
Convert force between newtons, pounds-force, kilonewtons, dynes, and kilograms-force. Useful for physics, mechanical engineering, and structural calculations.
Newton (N)
1
Kilonewton (kN)
0.001
Kilogram-force
0.10197162
Pound-force (lbf)
0.22480894
Dyne
100000
How to use the force converter
1 N is the force to accelerate 1 kg by 1 m/s².
Formula & explanation
Linear scaling through newtons.
Examples
1 kgf ≈ 9.81 N (gravity at sea level).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between a newton and a kilogram-force?
- A newton (N) is the SI unit of force. A kilogram-force (kgf) is the force exerted by 1 kg under standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²), so 1 kgf ≈ 9.807 N.
- How many newtons are in a pound-force?
- 1 pound-force (lbf) equals approximately 4.448 newtons.
- What is a dyne?
- A dyne is the CGS unit of force equal to 10⁻⁵ newtons. It is the force needed to accelerate 1 gram by 1 cm/s².
- How do I convert newtons to pounds-force?
- Divide newtons by 4.44822. For example, 100 N ÷ 4.44822 ≈ 22.48 lbf.
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