Pond to Centinewton Conversion

Convert between Pond and Centinewton quickly and accurately.

p
cN

How to Convert Pond to Centinewton

Conversion Formula

1 p = 0.981 cN
1 cN = 1.02 p

Example

Convert 15 p to cN:

15 p = 15 × 0.981 cN = 14.71 cN

Unit Information

Learn about the force units you're converting between

Pond

p

Definition

The pond 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 pond is equal to approximately 0.0098 Newtons.

History/Origin

The pond 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 Latin word "pondus" meaning weight.

Current Use

Still used in some areas of physics and engineering, particularly in Europe. Common in some engineering applications where the CGS system is still used. Used in some scientific instruments and laboratory equipment that were designed using the CGS system.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset

0

Centinewton

cN

Definition

A centinewton equals 0.01 Newtons and represents a 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 centinewton was established as part of the metric system's decimal prefix system. The prefix "centi" (meaning 0.01) was adopted in 1960. This unit provides a convenient way to express forces in the hundredths of Newtons range.

Current Use

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

Multiplier

0.01

Offset

0

Pond to Centinewton Conversion Table

Pond [p] Centinewton [cN]
1 p 0.980665 cN
10 p 9.80665 cN
25 p 24.516625 cN
50 p 49.03325 cN
100 p 98.0665 cN
0 p 0E+0 cN
-10 p -9.80665 cN
-40 p -39.2266 cN