Attonewton to Dyne Conversion

Convert between Attonewton and Dyne quickly and accurately.

aN
dyn

How to Convert Attonewton to Dyne

Conversion Formula

1 aN = 1E-13 dyn
1 dyn = 1E+13 aN

Example

Convert 15 aN to dyn:

15 aN = 15 × 1E-13 dyn = 1E-12 dyn

Unit Information

Learn about the force units you're converting between

Attonewton

aN

Definition

An attonewton equals 10^-18 Newtons and represents an extremely small force unit used in precision applications. This unit is employed for describing forces in laboratory settings, precision instruments, and micro-measurements.

History/Origin

The attonewton was established as part of the metric system's decimal prefix system. The prefix "atto" (meaning 10^-18) was adopted in 1964. This unit provides a convenient way to express forces in the quintillionths of Newtons range.

Current Use

Used in laboratory settings for measuring extremely small forces, particularly in chemistry and physics experiments. Common in precision instruments and micro-measurements. Used in some engineering applications where extremely small force measurements are required.

Multiplier

1E-18

Offset

0

Dyne

dyn

Definition

The dyne is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system of units. It is defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one gram at a rate of one centimeter per second squared. The dyne is equal to 10^-5 Newtons.

History/Origin

The dyne was introduced as part of the CGS (centimeter-gram-second) system of units in the 19th century. It was widely used in physics and engineering before the adoption of the MKS (meter-kilogram-second) system. The name comes from the Greek word "dynamis" meaning power or force.

Current Use

Still used in some areas of physics, particularly in fluid dynamics and surface tension measurements. Common in chemistry for measuring surface tension and in some engineering applications. Used in some scientific instruments and laboratory equipment.

Multiplier

0

Offset

0

Attonewton to Dyne Conversion Table

Attonewton [aN] Dyne [dyn]
1 aN 1E-13 dyn
10 aN 1E-12 dyn
25 aN 3E-12 dyn
50 aN 5E-12 dyn
100 aN 1E-11 dyn
0 aN 0E+0 dyn
-10 aN -1E-12 dyn
-40 aN -4E-12 dyn