Convert Newton-meters to Kilogram-force Centimeters
1 newton-meter (N·m) equals 10.19716213 kilogram-force centimeters (kgf·cm).
1 N·m = 10.19716213 kgf·cm
Type in either box. Scientific notation works: 1.5e-3.
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How to Convert Newton-meter to Kilogram-force Centimeter
- 1 N·m = 10.19716213 kgf·cm
- 1 kgf·cm = 0.0980665 N·m
- Example: convert 15 N·m to kgf·cm: 15 N·m = 15 × 10.19716213 kgf·cm = 152.9574319 kgf·cm
Formula
kgf·cm = N·m × 10.19716212978
Derivation from SI units:
- 1 N·m = 1 N × 1 m = 1 kg·m²·s⁻²
- 1 kgf·cm = 9.80665 N × 0.01 m = 0.0980665 N·m (exact)
Both units are defined exactly, so the factor is exact. Newton-meter definition: newton-meter; Kilogram-force Centimeter definition: kilogram-force centimeter.
Worked examples
- 1 N·m is 10.19716213 kgf·cm.
1 N·m × 10.19716213 = 10.19716213 kgf·cm - A 2 N·m motor is 20.39432426 kgf·cm.
2 N·m × 10.19716213 = 20.39432426 kgf·cm
Newton-meter to Kilogram-force Centimeter conversion table
| Newton-meters (N·m) | Kilogram-force Centimeters (kgf·cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 N·m | 10.19716213 kgf·cm |
| 2 N·m | 20.39432426 kgf·cm |
| 5 N·m | 50.98581065 kgf·cm |
| 10 N·m | 101.9716213 kgf·cm |
| 12 N·m | 122.3659456 kgf·cm |
| 20 N·m | 203.9432426 kgf·cm |
| 25 N·m | 254.9290532 kgf·cm |
| 30 N·m | 305.9148639 kgf·cm |
| 40 N·m | 407.8864852 kgf·cm |
| 50 N·m | 509.8581065 kgf·cm |
| 80 N·m | 815.7729704 kgf·cm |
| 100 N·m | 1019.716213 kgf·cm |
| 120 N·m | 1223.659456 kgf·cm |
| 150 N·m | 1529.574319 kgf·cm |
| 200 N·m | 2039.432426 kgf·cm |
| 300 N·m | 3059.148639 kgf·cm |
| 400 N·m | 4078.864852 kgf·cm |
| 500 N·m | 5098.581065 kgf·cm |
Where it's used
Metric torques are converted to kg·cm to compare with RC servo and gear-motor ratings.
Newton-meter to other torque units
| Conversion | 1 N·m equals |
|---|---|
| newton-meter to kilonewton-meter | 0.001 kN·m |
| newton-meter to newton-centimeter | 100 N·cm |
| newton-meter to pound-foot | 0.7375621493 lbf·ft |
| newton-meter to pound-inch | 8.850745791 lbf·in |
| newton-meter to ounce-inch | 141.6119327 ozf·in |
| newton-meter to kilogram-force meter | 0.1019716213 kgf·m |
| newton-meter to kilogram-force centimeter | 10.19716213 kgf·cm |
| newton-meter to dyne-centimeter | 10000000 dyn·cm |
Frequently asked questions
How many kg·cm is 1 N·m?
1 N·m = 10.19716213 kgf·cm.
How many kilogram-force centimeters are in 1 newton-meter?
1 N·m = 10.19716213 kgf·cm.
How do I convert newton-meters to kilogram-force centimeters?
Multiply the value in N·m by 10.19716213. For example, 15 N·m × 10.19716213 = 152.9574319 kgf·cm.
Is the N·m to kgf·cm conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined exactly, so the ratio is exact; its decimal form does not terminate and is shown here to 10 significant figures (more with the precision selector).
Sources
- The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition (SI Brochure), Bureau International des Poids et Mesures , Table 5, derived units expressed with special names.
- 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, "kilogram-force meter" with centi.
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