Gram Force (gf) Converter
Convert gram-force to other force units instantly
0.00980665 N
Understanding Gram-Force (gf)
Gram-force (gf) is a non-SI metric unit of force equal to the magnitude of the force exerted by standard gravity on one gram of mass. It's particularly useful in small-scale force measurements and engineering applications.
Key Conversion Factors
1 gf = 0.00980665 N (Newtons)
1 gf = 0.001 kgf (Kilogram-force)
1 gf = 980.665 dyn (Dynes)
1 gf = 0.002204623 lbf (Pound-force)
1 gf = 0.001 kgf (Kilogram-force)
1 gf = 980.665 dyn (Dynes)
1 gf = 0.002204623 lbf (Pound-force)
Common Applications
- Textile industry - measuring thread tension
- Small-scale force measurements in laboratory settings
- Historical engineering calculations
- Food science and quality control