Gram-Force Meter to Dyne Centimeter Conversion

Convert between Gram-Force Meter and Dyne Centimeter quickly and accurately.

From Gram-Force Meter

gf·m

To Dyne Centimeter

dyn·cm

How to Convert Gram-Force Meter to Dyne Centimeter

Conversion Formula

1 gf·m = 98066.5 dyn·cm

1 dyn·cm = 0 gf·m

Example

Convert 15 gf·m to dyn·cm:

15 gf·m = 15 × 98066.5 dyn·cm = 1470997.5 dyn·cm

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Gram-Force Meter

gf·m

Definition

The gram-force meter (gf·m) is a gravitational metric unit of torque, equal to 0.00980665 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one gram-force applied at one meter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was part of the technical system of units, used for smaller torque measurements in scientific and engineering applications. It provided a practical unit for gram-scale force applications.

Current Use

Still found in some specialized scientific instruments and laboratory equipment where gram-force measurements are more practical than kilogram-force measurements for small-scale applications.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset

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