Dyne Centimeter to Kilogram-Force Centimeter Conversion

Convert between Dyne Centimeter and Kilogram-Force Centimeter quickly and accurately.

From Dyne Centimeter

dyn·cm

To Kilogram-Force Centimeter

kgf·cm

How to Convert Dyne Centimeter to Kilogram-Force Centimeter

Conversion Formula

1 dyn·cm = 0 kgf·cm

1 kgf·cm = 980665 dyn·cm

Example

Convert 15 dyn·cm to kgf·cm:

15 dyn·cm = 15 × 0 kgf·cm = 0 kgf·cm

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Dyne Centimeter

dyn·cm

Definition

The dyne centimeter (dyn·cm) is a CGS unit of torque, equal to 1.0E-7 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced when a force of one dyne is applied perpendicularly at a distance of one centimeter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was commonly used in the CGS system for small-scale torque measurements in scientific applications. It provided a practical unit for laboratory measurements and scientific calculations.

Current Use

Primarily used in specialized scientific research and laboratory applications where CGS units are maintained for consistency with historical data and specific scientific protocols.

Multiplier

1E-7

Offset

Kilogram-Force Centimeter

kgf·cm

Definition

The kilogram-force centimeter (kgf·cm) is a gravitational metric unit of torque, equal to 0.0980665 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one kilogram-force applied at one centimeter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was commonly used in the technical system of units for smaller torque measurements. It provided a practical unit for centimeter-scale applications in engineering and manufacturing.

Current Use

Still found in some industrial contexts and older technical specifications, particularly in countries with a history of using gravitational metric units for engineering applications.

Multiplier

0.098

Offset