Kilogram-Force Centimeters to Newton Meters Converter
Enter a value below to convert kilogram-force centimeters to newton meters - one kilogram-force centimeter equals 0.0980665 N·m (1 N·m = 10.1972 kgf·cm). For the reverse, use our newton meters to kilogram-force centimeters converter.
1 kgf·cm = 0.0980665 N·m. Convert kilogram-force centimeters to newton meters. Need the reverse? See N·m to kgf·cm.
Kilogram-force centimeter
- Definition
- A kilogram-force centimeter (symbol: kgf·cm) is a gravitational-metric unit of torque: the turning effect of one kilogram-force acting on a one-centimeter lever arm. It equals 0.0980665 newton meters.
- History / origin
- It comes from the older metre-kilogram-force system, in which the kilogram-force is the weight of one kilogram at standard gravity (9.80665 metres per second squared). The centimeter arm makes it a convenient unit for small torques.
- Current use
- The kilogram-force centimeter is still common in East Asian manufacturing and on many torque screwdrivers and small drivers used for electronics, cameras and precision assembly, where specs are given in kgf·cm.
Newton meter
- Definition
- A newton meter (symbol: N·m) is the SI unit of torque, or moment of force. One newton meter is the turning effect of a force of one newton applied at the end of a one-meter lever arm, perpendicular to it.
- History / origin
- It is a derived SI unit combining the newton - the unit of force named after Sir Isaac Newton - with the meter. A newton meter is dimensionally the same as the joule, but the joule is reserved for energy while torque is expressed in newton meters.
- Current use
- The newton meter is the standard torque unit worldwide for engineering, physics and modern vehicle specifications, where fastener, axle and engine torques are quoted in N·m.
Kilogram-force centimeter to newton meter conversion table
| Kilogram-force centimeter [kgf·cm] | Newton meter [N·m] |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf·cm | 0.0980665 N·m |
| 2 kgf·cm | 0.196133 N·m |
| 5 kgf·cm | 0.4903325 N·m |
| 10 kgf·cm | 0.980665 N·m |
| 20 kgf·cm | 1.96133 N·m |
| 30 kgf·cm | 2.941995 N·m |
| 50 kgf·cm | 4.903325 N·m |
| 75 kgf·cm | 7.3549875 N·m |
| 100 kgf·cm | 9.80665 N·m |
| 150 kgf·cm | 14.709975 N·m |
| 200 kgf·cm | 19.6133 N·m |
| 300 kgf·cm | 29.41995 N·m |
| 500 kgf·cm | 49.03325 N·m |
| 750 kgf·cm | 73.549875 N·m |
| 1,000 kgf·cm | 98.0665 N·m |
| 2,000 kgf·cm | 196.133 N·m |
Popular kilogram-force centimeter to newton meter conversions
Everyday torque values, rounded to two decimals - the kind of figures you meet on real-world torque specifications.
| Kilogram-force centimeter [kgf·cm] | Newton meter [N·m] |
|---|---|
| 5 kgf·cm | 0.49 N·m |
| 10 kgf·cm | 0.98 N·m |
| 20 kgf·cm | 1.96 N·m |
| 30 kgf·cm | 2.94 N·m |
| 50 kgf·cm | 4.90 N·m |
| 75 kgf·cm | 7.35 N·m |
| 100 kgf·cm | 9.81 N·m |
| 150 kgf·cm | 14.71 N·m |
| 200 kgf·cm | 19.61 N·m |
| 300 kgf·cm | 29.42 N·m |
| 500 kgf·cm | 49.03 N·m |
| 1,000 kgf·cm | 98.07 N·m |
How to convert kilogram-force centimeters to newton meters
To convert kilogram-force centimeters to newton meters, multiply the kgf·cm value by 0.0980665. For example, 50 kgf·cm = 50 × 0.0980665 = 4.9 N·m.
One kilogram-force centimeter is defined here as 0.0980665 newton meters, so converting kgf·cm to newton meters is a single multiplication:
N·m = kgf·cm × 0.0980665
1 kgf·cm = 0.0980665 N·m · 1 N·m = 10.1971621298 kgf·cm
Example. To convert 100 kgf·cm to newton meters, multiply by 0.0980665: 100 kgf·cm = 100 × 0.0980665 = 9.81 N·m. Going the other way, 2 N·m is 2 × 10.1971621298 = 20.39 kgf·cm.
When you need to convert kilogram-force centimeters to newton meters
Kilogram-force-centimeter to newton-meter conversion brings metric-technical torque specs into SI. Common cases:
- Applying a kgf·cm specification with a torque tool calibrated in newton meters.
- Translating East Asian manufacturing torque figures into SI units.
- Converting camera, electronics and precision-assembly specs from kgf·cm to N·m.
- Bringing small kilogram-force-centimeter values onto an SI calibration sheet.
- Cross-checking a kgf·cm torque table against newton-meter values.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert kilogram-force centimeters to newton meters?
Multiply the kgf·cm value by 0.0980665. For example, 50 kgf·cm equals about 4.90 N·m.
How many newton meters is 1 kilogram-force centimeter?
One kilogram-force centimeter equals 0.0980665 newton meters.
How many newton meters is 100 kgf·cm?
100 kgf·cm equals 9.80665 newton meters.
How many kilogram-force centimeters are in a newton meter?
There are about 10.2 kilogram-force centimeters in one newton meter.
What is the formula to convert kgf·cm to N·m?
Multiply the kilogram-force centimeter value by 0.0980665, because one kgf·cm equals 0.0980665 newton meters.
How do I convert newton meters back to kilogram-force centimeters?
Multiply the newton-meter value by 10.1971621298, or use our newton meters to kilogram-force centimeters converter.
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