Force Unit Definitions
Our Force Converter helps you convert between newtons, pounds-force, kilograms-force, and dynes. Perfect for engineers, physicists, and students, this tool provides accurate force conversions for engineering calculations, physics problems, mechanical systems, and structural analysis.
Newton (N)
The newton is the SI derived unit of force, named after the English physicist Isaac Newton. One newton is the force required to accelerate one kilogram of mass at one meter per second squared.
Pound-Force (lbf)
Pound-force is a unit of force equal to the gravitational force on a one-pound mass at standard gravity. One pound-force equals approximately 4.448 newtons.
Kilogram-Force (kgf)
Kilogram-force is the force exerted by a one-kilogram mass at standard gravity. One kilogram-force equals approximately 9.807 newtons.
Dyne (dyn)
A dyne is a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system. One dyne equals the force needed to accelerate one gram of mass at one centimeter per second squared. One dyne equals 10⁻⁵ newtons or approximately 1.02×10⁻⁶ kilogram-force.
Frequently Asked Questions on Force Conversion
Q: How to convert newtons to pounds-force?
Multiply newtons by 0.224809. Example: 10 N = 2.25 lbf. 1 pound-force = 4.448 N.
Q: What is 1 kgf?
1 kgf (kilogram-force) is the force exerted by 1 kg under standard gravity. 1 kgf = 9.80665 newtons.
Q: How much force does a human exert when walking?
Walking exerts about 1.2-1.5 times body weight on each step. For a 70 kg person, that's approximately 850-1,030 newtons per foot.
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