Convert gram-force meter to newton meter
Please provide values below to convert gram-force meter [gf*m] to newton meter [N*m], or Convert newton meter to gram-force meter.
How to Convert Gram-Force Meter to Newton Meter
1 gf*m = 0.00980665 N*m
Example: convert 15 gf*m to N*m:
15 gf*m = 15 × 0.00980665 N*m = 0.14709975 N*m
Gram-Force Meter to Newton Meter Conversion Table
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Gram-Force Meter
A gram-force meter (gf·m) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one gram-force applied at a distance of one meter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The gram-force meter originated from the use of the gram-force as a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts before the adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Today, the gram-force meter is rarely used; it is mainly of historical interest or in specific niche applications where CGS units are still referenced, but most torque measurements are expressed in SI units such as newton-meters.
Newton Meter
A newton meter (N·m) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the amount of force applied over a distance.
History/Origin
The newton meter was established as a standard unit of torque and energy in the International System of Units (SI) to provide a consistent measurement for mechanical work and rotational force.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering and physics to quantify torque in mechanical systems and to measure energy in contexts such as physics calculations and energy conversions.