Force Converter

Force Converter

Local Processing

Convert between force units including newton, kilonewton, pound-force, kilogram-force, and dyne.

How It Works & Processing Standards

Convert between the units listed below using N as the base unit.

kN1 kN = 1000 N
lbf1 lbf = 4.448222 N
kgf1 kgf = 9.80665 N
dyn1 dyn = 0.00001 N

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Converts newtons from physics and engineering with kgf and lbf used in the field.

How to Use Force Converter

  1. 1
    Enter a valueDecimals and negative numbers (for temperature, say) are accepted.
  2. 2
    Choose unitsPick the unit you have and the unit you want. The swap button reverses the direction.
  3. 3
    Read, copy or shareResults show up to six decimal places. Copy them or create a share link with the same value.

Examples

1 kgf in newtons
Input: 1 kgf → N
Result: 9.80665
100 lbf in newtons
Input: 100 lbf → N
Result: 444.822162

Common Use Cases

  • Load or tension specs from kgf to N
  • Converting lbf ratings on foreign equipment
  • Checking physics homework

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are kg and kgf the same?

kg is mass; kgf is the force 1 kg exerts in Earth’s gravity (9.80665 N).

How small is a dyne?

1 N = 100,000 dyn.

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