Ounce-Force Foot to Kilogram-Force Meter Conversion

Convert between Ounce-Force Foot and Kilogram-Force Meter quickly and accurately.

From Ounce-Force Foot

ozf·ft

To Kilogram-Force Meter

kgf·m

How to Convert Ounce-Force Foot to Kilogram-Force Meter

Conversion Formula

1 ozf·ft = 0.009 kgf·m

1 kgf·m = 115.728 ozf·ft

Example

Convert 15 ozf·ft to kgf·m:

15 ozf·ft = 15 × 0.009 kgf·m = 0.13 kgf·m

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Ounce-Force Foot

ozf·ft

Definition

The ounce-force foot (ozf·ft) is an imperial unit of torque, equal to 0.084738624 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one ounce-force applied at one foot from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit was part of the US customary system for torque measurements in smaller applications. It provided a practical unit for ounce-scale force applications in engineering and manufacturing.

Current Use

Still used in some US engineering applications and manufacturing specifications where ounce-force measurements are more practical than pound-force measurements for smaller torque applications.

Multiplier

0.085

Offset

Kilogram-Force Meter

kgf·m

Definition

The kilogram-force meter (kgf·m) is a gravitational metric unit of torque, representing the rotational force produced by one kilogram-force applied at one meter. It is widely used in some engineering disciplines, particularly in countries that historically used the kilogram-force.

History/Origin

This unit was a standard in the technical system of units, prevalent in many parts of the world before the full adoption of the SI system. It provided a practical measure of torque directly related to the force of gravity on a kilogram mass.

Current Use

Commonly encountered in older engineering specifications, particularly in Europe and Asia. While SI units are now preferred, it remains relevant for understanding existing machinery and designs in certain industries.

Multiplier

9.807

Offset