Gram-Force Centimeter to Pound-Force Inch Conversion

Convert between Gram-Force Centimeter and Pound-Force Inch quickly and accurately.

gf·cm
lbf·in

How to Convert Gram-Force Centimeter to Pound-Force Inch

Conversion Formula

1 gf·cm = 0.001 lbf·in
1 lbf·in = 1152.125 gf·cm

Example

Convert 15 gf·cm to lbf·in:

15 gf·cm = 15 × 0.001 lbf·in = 0.013 lbf·in

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

Pound-Force Inch

lbf·in

Definition

The pound-force inch (lbf·in) is an imperial unit of torque, equal to 0.1129848333 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one pound-force applied at one inch from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was commonly used in the US customary system for smaller torque measurements in precision engineering and manufacturing. It provided a practical unit for inch-scale applications in mechanical design.

Current Use

Widely used in precision manufacturing, small mechanical devices, and laboratory equipment where inch-scale measurements and pound-force applications are standard in US engineering practice.

Multiplier

0.113

Offset

0

Gram-Force Centimeter to Pound-Force Inch Conversion Table

Gram-Force Centimeter [gf·cm] Pound-Force Inch [lbf·in]
1 gf·cm 0.000868 lbf·in
10 gf·cm 0.00868 lbf·in
25 gf·cm 0.021699 lbf·in
50 gf·cm 0.043398 lbf·in
100 gf·cm 0.086796 lbf·in
0 gf·cm 0E+0 lbf·in
-10 gf·cm -0.00868 lbf·in
-40 gf·cm -0.034718 lbf·in