Grams-force to newtons
Type a value in grams-force to see it in newtons straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the grams-force box.
- Read the result in newtons as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
N = gf × 0.00980665
Multiply the value in grams-force by 0.00980665 to get newtons.
Example
To convert 25 gf to newtons: 25 × 0.00980665 = 0.245166 N.
Conversion table
| Grams-force (gf) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00980665 |
| 2 | 0.0196133 |
| 3 | 0.02942 |
| 5 | 0.0490333 |
| 10 | 0.0980665 |
| 20 | 0.196133 |
| 25 | 0.245166 |
| 50 | 0.490333 |
| 100 | 0.980665 |
| 250 | 2.45166 |
| 500 | 4.90333 |
| 1,000 | 9.80665 |
About the units
- Gram-force
- The weight of one gram under standard gravity, exactly 0.00980665 newton, seen in key switch and small spring specs.
- Newton
- The SI unit of force: the force that gives a mass of one kilogram an acceleration of one meter per second squared (1 N = 1 kg·m/s²).
Limits and caveats
- Results are rounded for display and computed with the browser's floating point precision (about 15 significant digits).
- Both unit factors are exact by their official definitions.
Questions about this tool
How many newtons are in one gram-force?
1 gf = 0.00980665 N exactly.
How do I convert grams-force to newtons?
Use N = gf × 0.00980665. For example, 25 gf = 0.245166 N.
How many grams-force are in one newton?
1 N = 101.972 gf.
What is the difference between a kilogram and a kilogram-force?
The kilogram is a unit of mass, while the kilogram-force is the weight of that mass under standard gravity, exactly 9.80665 newtons. So a 10 kg object presses down with about 98.07 newtons.
Why are climbing ropes and anchors rated in kilonewtons?
The kilonewton is a standard force unit that suits large loads. As a quick estimate, 1 kN is about 102 kilograms-force.