Dyne Millimeter to Kilogram-Force Centimeter Conversion

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

From Dyne Millimeter

dyn·mm

To Kilogram-Force Centimeter

kgf·cm

How to Convert Dyne Millimeter to Kilogram-Force Centimeter

Conversion Formula

1 dyn·mm = 1E-7 kgf·cm

1 kgf·cm = 9806650 dyn·mm

Example

Convert 15 dyn·mm to kgf·cm:

15 dyn·mm = 15 × 1E-7 kgf·cm = 0 kgf·cm

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

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