Convert Kilograms-force to Dynes
kgf to dyn · force conversion
What are kilograms-force and dynes?
A kilogram-force is the gravitational force on one kilogram of mass, 9.807 N. A dyne is the CGS unit of force, equal to 10 micronewtons. For reference: holding a 1 kg object takes about 9.8 N of force against gravity.
How to convert kilograms-force to dynes
1 kgf = 980,665 dyn. To convert, multiply the number of kilograms-force by 980,665. For example, 5 kgf = 4,903,320 dyn, and 20 kgf = 19,613,300 dyn. To go the other way, multiply dynes by 0.00000101972 (since 1 dyn = 0.00000101972 kgf).
Kilograms-force to Dynes conversion table
| Kilograms-force (kgf) | Dynes (dyn) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 980,665 |
| 5 | 4,903,320 |
| 10 | 9,806,650 |
| 50 | 49,033,200 |
| 100 | 98,066,500 |
| 500 | 490,332,000 |
| 1,000 | 980,665,000 |
FAQ
What is 1 kgf in dyn?
1 kgf = 980,665 dyn. To convert any amount, multiply the number of kilograms-force by 980,665.
How do I convert dynes back to kilograms-force?
Go the other way: 1 dyn = 0.00000101972 kgf, so multiply dynes by 0.00000101972 to get kilograms-force.
Is a kilograms-force bigger than a dyne?
Yes — 1 kgf is the larger unit, equal to 980,665 dyn.
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.