Convert Kilonewton-meters to Dyne-centimeters

Formula

dyn·cm = kN·m × 10000000000

Derivation from SI units:

• 1 kN·m = 10³ N·m
• 1 dyn·cm = 10⁻⁵ N × 0.01 m = 10⁻⁷ N·m
• 1 kN·m = 1000 N·m ÷ 1 × 10⁻⁷ N·m per dyn·cm = 10000000000 dyn·cm

Both units are defined exactly, so the factor is exact. Kilonewton-meter definition: kilonewton-meter; Dyne-centimeter definition: dyne-centimeter.

Worked examples

1. A reading of 5 kN·m converts to 50000000000 dyn·cm.
   5 kN·m × 10000000000 = 50000000000 dyn·cm
2. A value of 50 kN·m is 500000000000 dyn·cm.
   50 kN·m × 10000000000 = 500000000000 dyn·cm

Where it's used

Kilonewton-meters are used for structural bending moments, while dyne-centimeters appear in rheometers and viscometers (torque readings). Both measure torque (moment of force), so the conversion is a fixed factor.

Kilonewton-meter to other torque units

Frequently asked questions

Sources

• The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition (SI Brochure), Bureau International des Poids et Mesures , Table 7, SI prefixes.
• Guide for the Use of the International System of Units (SI), NIST Special Publication 811, 2008 Edition, National Institute of Standards and Technology , Appendix B.8, "dyne centimeter (dyn·cm)".

Last reviewed: 2026-10-15. Factors are stored exactly and computed with 50-digit decimal arithmetic. See how we verify conversion factors.