Dyne Millimeter to Gram-Force Millimeter Conversion

Convert between Dyne Millimeter and Gram-Force Millimeter quickly and accurately.

From Dyne Millimeter

dyn·mm

To Gram-Force Millimeter

gf·mm

How to Convert Dyne Millimeter to Gram-Force Millimeter

Conversion Formula

1 dyn·mm = 0.001 gf·mm

1 gf·mm = 980.665 dyn·mm

Example

Convert 15 dyn·mm to gf·mm:

15 dyn·mm = 15 × 0.001 gf·mm = 0.015 gf·mm

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Dyne Millimeter

dyn·mm

Definition

The dyne millimeter (dyn·mm) is a CGS unit of torque, equal to 1.0E-8 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced when a force of one dyne is applied perpendicularly at a distance of one millimeter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was used in the CGS system for very small torque measurements in scientific and laboratory applications. It provided a precise unit for micro-scale mechanical measurements.

Current Use

Rarely used in modern applications, but may be encountered in specialized scientific research or historical data where CGS units are maintained for consistency and precision.

Multiplier

1E-8

Offset

Gram-Force Millimeter

gf·mm

Definition

The gram-force millimeter (gf·mm) is a gravitational metric unit of torque, equal to 9.80665E-6 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one gram-force applied at one millimeter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was used in the technical system of units for very precise torque measurements at millimeter scales. It provided a practical unit for micro-mechanical applications and precision assembly work.

Current Use

Rarely used in modern applications, but may be encountered in specialized scientific research or historical technical specifications where very precise small-scale measurements are required.

Multiplier

Offset