Gram-Force Centimeter to Kilogram-Force Centimeter Conversion

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

gf·cm
kgf·cm

How to Convert Gram-Force Centimeter to Kilogram-Force Centimeter

Conversion Formula

1 gf·cm = 0.001 kgf·cm
1 kgf·cm = 1000 gf·cm

Example

Convert 15 gf·cm to kgf·cm:

15 gf·cm = 15 × 0.001 kgf·cm = 0.015 kgf·cm

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Gram-Force Centimeter

gf·cm

Definition

The gram-force centimeter (gf·cm) is a gravitational metric unit of torque, equal to 9.80665E-5 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one gram-force applied at one centimeter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was commonly used in the CGS and technical systems for small-scale torque measurements in precision instruments and laboratory equipment. It provided a practical unit for fine mechanical work.

Current Use

Found in some specialized scientific instruments, older technical literature, and in fields where CGS or technical units are maintained for consistency with historical data and measurements.

Multiplier

0

Offset

0

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

0

Gram-Force Centimeter to Kilogram-Force Centimeter Conversion Table

Gram-Force Centimeter [gf·cm] Kilogram-Force Centimeter [kgf·cm]
1 gf·cm 0.001 kgf·cm
10 gf·cm 0.01 kgf·cm
25 gf·cm 0.025 kgf·cm
50 gf·cm 0.05 kgf·cm
100 gf·cm 0.1 kgf·cm
0 gf·cm 0E+0 kgf·cm
-10 gf·cm -0.01 kgf·cm
-40 gf·cm -0.04 kgf·cm