ConvertOnlineKilogram-Force to Newtons calculator
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Kilogram-Force to Newtons formula
Use this formula to convert kilogram-force to newtons:
Calculation
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Kilogram-Force to Newtons Conversion Table
Reference values for converting Kilogram-Force to Newtons.
| Kilogram-Force (kgf) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf | 9.8067 N |
| 5 kgf | 49.0333 N |
| 10 kgf | 98.0665 N |
| 100 kgf | 980.665 N |
Worked example
Convert 70 Kilogram-Force to Newtons
Newtons = 70 × 9.806650000000271 = 686.4655 Newtons
About these units
Kilogram-Force
Kilogram-force (kgf) is the force exerted by the weight of one kilogram under standard gravity. It is often used in engineering to describe the force of everyday objects and loads, such as the force exerted by a heavy tool or piece of equipment. It is a non-SI unit but still finds practical use in many fields.
Newtons
A newton is the standard unit of force in the International System of Units (SI). It is named after Sir Isaac Newton in honor of his work in physics, particularly his second law of motion. One newton is the amount of force needed to accelerate a one-kilogram mass by one meter per second squared. Newtons are widely used to measure forces in engineering, mechanics, and daily life, such as the force you exert when pushing a door.
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