Convert Dynes to Newtons
dyn to N · force conversion
What are dynes and newtons?
A dyne is the CGS unit of force, equal to 10 micronewtons. The newton is the SI unit of force, the force to accelerate 1 kg at 1 m/s². For reference: holding a 1 kg object takes about 9.8 N of force against gravity.
How to convert dynes to newtons
1 dyn = 0.00001 N. To convert, multiply the number of dynes by 0.00001. For example, 5 dyn = 0.00005 N, and 20 dyn = 0.0002 N. To go the other way, multiply newtons by 100,000 (since 1 N = 100,000 dyn).
Dynes to Newtons conversion table
| Dynes (dyn) | Newtons (N) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.00001 |
| 5 | 0.00005 |
| 10 | 0.0001 |
| 50 | 0.0005 |
| 100 | 0.001 |
| 500 | 0.005 |
| 1,000 | 0.01 |
FAQ
What is 1 dyn in N?
1 dyn = 0.00001 N. To convert any amount, multiply the number of dynes by 0.00001.
How do I convert newtons back to dynes?
Go the other way: 1 N = 100,000 dyn, so multiply newtons by 100,000 to get dynes.
Is a dyne bigger than a newton?
No — 1 dyn is the smaller unit, equal to 0.00001 N (it takes 100,000 dyn to make one N).
Are these force conversions exact?
They use the standard internationally-defined conversion factors. Results are rounded to six significant figures for readability, which is accurate enough for everyday and most technical use.