Gram-force to Ton-force (metric) Conversion

Convert between Gram-force and Ton-force (metric) quickly and accurately.

gf
tf

How to Convert Gram-force to Ton-force (metric)

Conversion Formula

1 gf = 0 tf
1 tf = 1000000 gf

Example

Convert 15 gf to tf:

15 gf = 15 × 0 tf = 0 tf

Unit Information

Learn about the force units you're converting between

Gram-force

gf

Definition

Gram-force is a unit of force based on the gravitational force exerted on a mass of one gram. It represents the weight of one gram under standard gravity conditions. This unit is useful for measuring small forces in laboratory settings and precision applications.

History/Origin

Gram-force originated from the need to express forces in terms of familiar mass units. It was commonly used before the widespread adoption of the Newton as the standard force unit. The unit relates directly to the gravitational force experienced by a gram mass under Earth's gravity.

Current Use

Used in laboratory settings for measuring small forces, particularly in chemistry and physics experiments. Common in precision instruments and micro-measurements. Still used in some engineering applications where small force measurements are required, such as in material testing and calibration.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset

0

Ton-force (metric)

tf

Definition

Ton-force (metric) represents the gravitational force exerted on a metric ton (1,000 kg) under standard gravity conditions. It equals approximately 9,807 Newtons and is used for measuring very large forces in industrial and engineering applications.

History/Origin

Ton-force emerged as a practical unit for expressing large forces in industrial applications. It was particularly useful in heavy industry, mining, and construction where forces are measured in tons. The metric version became standardized with the adoption of metric systems worldwide.

Current Use

Used in heavy industry for measuring large forces, such as in mining equipment, construction machinery, and industrial presses. Common in shipbuilding and offshore engineering. Used in some European engineering standards and specifications for large-scale applications.

Multiplier

9806.65

Offset

0

Gram-force to Ton-force (metric) Conversion Table

Gram-force [gf] Ton-force (metric) [tf]
1 gf 0.000001 tf
10 gf 0.00001 tf
25 gf 0.000025 tf
50 gf 0.00005 tf
100 gf 0.0001 tf
0 gf 0E+0 tf
-10 gf -0.00001 tf
-40 gf -0.00004 tf