Pound-Force Inch to Newton Centimeter Conversion

Convert between Pound-Force Inch and Newton Centimeter quickly and accurately.

From Pound-Force Inch

lbf·in

To Newton Centimeter

N·cm

How to Convert Pound-Force Inch to Newton Centimeter

Conversion Formula

1 lbf·in = 11.298 N·cm

1 N·cm = 0.089 lbf·in

Example

Convert 15 lbf·in to N·cm:

15 lbf·in = 15 × 11.298 N·cm = 169.477 N·cm

Unit Information

Learn about the torque units you're converting between

Pound-Force Inch

lbf·in

Definition

The pound-force inch (lbf·in) is an imperial unit of torque, equal to 0.1129848333 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced by one pound-force applied at one inch from the pivot point.

History/Origin

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

Current Use

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

Multiplier

0.113

Offset

Newton Centimeter

N·cm

Definition

The newton centimeter (N·cm) is a metric unit of torque, equal to 0.01 newton meters. It represents the rotational force produced when a force of one newton is applied perpendicularly at a distance of one centimeter from the pivot point.

History/Origin

This unit is derived from the SI system as a convenient submultiple for smaller torque measurements. It was commonly used in engineering applications where centimeter-scale measurements were more practical than meter-scale measurements.

Current Use

Frequently used in precision engineering, small mechanical devices, and laboratory equipment where torque measurements are required at centimeter scales. It provides a practical unit for fine-tuned mechanical adjustments and small-scale applications.

Multiplier

0.01

Offset