Ounce-Force Inch to Gram-Force Centimeter Conversion

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

From Ounce-Force Inch

ozf·in

To Gram-Force Centimeter

gf·cm

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

Conversion Formula

1 ozf·in = 72.008 gf·cm

1 gf·cm = 0.014 ozf·in

Example

Convert 15 ozf·in to gf·cm:

15 ozf·in = 15 × 72.008 gf·cm = 1080.117 gf·cm

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Ounce-Force Inch

ozf·in

Definition

The ounce-force inch (ozf·in) is an imperial unit of torque, equal to 0.007061552 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one ounce-force applied at one inch from the pivot point.

History/Origin

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

Current Use

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

Multiplier

0.007

Offset

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

Offset