Gram-Force Meter to Dyne Millimeter Conversion

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

From Gram-Force Meter

gf·m

To Dyne Millimeter

dyn·mm

How to Convert Gram-Force Meter to Dyne Millimeter

Conversion Formula

1 gf·m = 980665 dyn·mm

1 dyn·mm = 0 gf·m

Example

Convert 15 gf·m to dyn·mm:

15 gf·m = 15 × 980665 dyn·mm = 14709975 dyn·mm

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 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