Kilogram-Force Millimeter to Dyne Millimeter Conversion

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

kgf·mm
dyn·mm

How to Convert Kilogram-Force Millimeter to Dyne Millimeter

Conversion Formula

1 kgf·mm = 980665 dyn·mm
1 dyn·mm = 0 kgf·mm

Example

Convert 15 kgf·mm to dyn·mm:

15 kgf·mm = 15 × 980665 dyn·mm = 14709975 dyn·mm

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Kilogram-Force Millimeter

kgf·mm

Definition

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

History/Origin

This unit was used in the technical system of units for very precise torque measurements at millimeter scales. It provided a practical unit for fine mechanical adjustments and precision work.

Current Use

Primarily found in older technical specifications and some specialized manufacturing applications where millimeter-scale precision is required and gravitational metric units are maintained.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset

0

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

0

Kilogram-Force Millimeter to Dyne Millimeter Conversion Table

Kilogram-Force Millimeter [kgf·mm] Dyne Millimeter [dyn·mm]
1 kgf·mm 980665 dyn·mm
10 kgf·mm 9806650 dyn·mm
25 kgf·mm 24516625 dyn·mm
50 kgf·mm 49033250 dyn·mm
100 kgf·mm 98066500 dyn·mm
0 kgf·mm 0E+0 dyn·mm
-10 kgf·mm -9806650 dyn·mm
-40 kgf·mm -39226600 dyn·mm