Force Converter Tool

Force Conversion

In physics, a force is an influence that can change the motion of an object. A force can cause an object with mass to change its velocity (e.g., moving from a state of rest), i.e., to accelerate. Force can also be described intuitively as a push or a pull.

Force Units Explained

  • Newton (N): The SI derived unit of force. It is defined as the force needed to accelerate one kilogram of mass at the rate of one meter per second squared.
  • Kilogram-force (kgf): The magnitude of the force exerted on one kilogram of mass by a 9.80665 m/s² gravitational field (standard gravity).
  • Pound-force (lbf): A unit of force used in some systems of measurement, including English Engineering units and the pound-force–second system.
  • Dyne (dyn): A centimeter-gram-second (CGS) unit of force, equal to 10⁻⁵ N.

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Fun Fact: One newton is approximately the gravitational force exerted on an object with a mass of about 102 grams (like a small apple). So, holding an apple in your hand requires about 1 Newton of force to fight gravity. Isaac Newton would be proud!