Newton Meter to Kilogram-Force Meter
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Newton Meter to Kilogram-Force Meter Converter
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Relationship Between Newton Meter and Kilogram-Force Meter
The conversion between Newton meters and kilogram-force meters involves converting between SI and gravitational metric units. The Newton meter (N·m) is the SI unit of torque, while the kilogram-force meter (kgf·m) is a gravitational unit still used in some countries.
1 N·m = 0.101972 kgf·m
Therefore, to convert Newton meters to kilogram-force meters, we multiply the value in Newton meters by 0.101972.
For example, 1 Newton meter equals approximately 0.102 kilogram-force meters, and 100 Newton meters equals approximately 10.2 kilogram-force meters.
Newton Meter
What is a Newton Meter (N·m)?
A Newton meter (symbol: N·m) is the SI unit of torque, representing the rotational force of one newton applied at a perpendicular distance of one meter from the axis of rotation. It is the fundamental unit for measuring torque in the International System of Units and is used worldwide for scientific and engineering calculations.
Origin and Definition
The Newton meter is derived from the SI base units: force (Newton) and distance (meter). It was established as part of the International System of Units to provide a consistent, universal standard for torque measurements. One Newton meter equals one joule (the SI unit of energy), though the two measure different physical quantities—torque is a vector while energy is a scalar.
Current Use
Newton meters are the standard unit for torque specifications worldwide, except in countries primarily using imperial units. Common applications include: automotive engine torque (100-500 N·m), industrial machinery (50-5,000 N·m), bicycle components (5-50 N·m), electric motors (10-1,000 N·m), and precision instruments (0.001-10 N·m). The unit is preferred in scientific research, international engineering standards, and most modern manufacturing industries. Torque wrenches and measuring instruments globally are calibrated in Newton meters for precision and consistency.
Kilogram-Force Meter
What is a Kilogram-Force Meter (kgf·m)?
A kilogram-force meter (symbol: kgf·m) is a gravitational metric unit of torque, representing the rotational force of one kilogram-force applied at a perpendicular distance of one meter from the axis of rotation. It equals approximately 9.80665 Newton meters. Kilogram-force meters are still used in some countries and industries, particularly where gravitational units remain in practice.
History and Origin
The kilogram-force meter emerged from the metric gravitational system, which was widely used before the adoption of the International System of Units (SI). It is based on the force exerted by one kilogram mass under standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²). While technically a non-SI unit, it has historical significance and continues to be used in certain regions and industries, particularly in automotive and mechanical engineering in countries transitioning to SI units.
Modern Applications
Kilogram-force meters are still used in some automotive, mechanical, and industrial applications, particularly in countries that historically used gravitational metric units. Common uses include: older automotive torque specifications, some industrial machinery documentation, mechanical engineering in transitional markets, and legacy equipment specifications. However, the unit is gradually being phased out in favor of Newton meters as part of global SI standardization. Most modern engineering and scientific work now uses Newton meters exclusively for torque measurements.
Newton Meter to Kilogram-Force Meter Conversion Table
The conversion of Newton meters to kilogram-force meters for certain values are provided below:
- Newton Meter [N·m]
- Kilogram-Force Meter [kgf·m]
- 1 N·m
- 0.101972 kgf·m
- 5 N·m
- 0.50986 kgf·m
- 10 N·m
- 1.01972 kgf·m
- 15 N·m
- 1.52958 kgf·m
- 20 N·m
- 2.03944 kgf·m
- 25 N·m
- 2.5493 kgf·m
- 30 N·m
- 3.05916 kgf·m
- 40 N·m
- 4.07888 kgf·m
- 50 N·m
- 5.0986 kgf·m
- 60 N·m
- 6.11832 kgf·m
- 70 N·m
- 7.13804 kgf·m
- 80 N·m
- 8.15776 kgf·m
- 90 N·m
- 9.17748 kgf·m
- 100 N·m
- 10.1972 kgf·m
- 150 N·m
- 15.2958 kgf·m
- 200 N·m
- 20.3944 kgf·m
- 250 N·m
- 25.493 kgf·m
- 300 N·m
- 30.5916 kgf·m
- 400 N·m
- 40.7888 kgf·m
- 500 N·m
- 50.986 kgf·m
