What is a force converter?

A force converter helps you convert between different units of force quickly and accurately.

How do I convert gram-force [gf] to centinewton [cN]?

Simply enter the value in the gram-force [gf] input field, and the converter will show you the equivalent value in centinewton [cN] instantly.

Yes, this force converter is completely free and easy to use for all your conversion needs.

Yes, there is a switch button provided to quickly swap the conversion direction between gram-force [gf] and centinewton [cN].

The conversion results are calculated using precise formulas to ensure accuracy for most practical purposes.

Convert gram-force [gf] to centinewton [cN] Online | Free force Converter

Gram-Force [gf]

The gram-force (gf) is a unit of force based on the force exerted by one gram of mass under standard gravity.

It is defined as the force exerted by a mass of 1 gram under the acceleration due to gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
Mathematically:

1 \text{ gf} = 1 \text{ g} \times 9.80665 \text{ m/s}^2 = 9.80665 \times 10^{-3} \text{ N} = 0.00980665 \text{ N}

Although not an SI unit, gram-force is used in some fields like engineering and material science for small force measurements.

Example: The force due to a 500 g mass is 500 gf, which is approximately 4.9 newtons.

Centinewton [cN]

Centinewton is a unit of force in the International System of Units (SI).

1 centinewton (cN) equals $10^{-2}$ newtons (0.01 newton).
It is used to measure very small forces, useful in precision engineering, material testing, and small-scale physics experiments.
To put it in perspective:

1 \text{ cN} = 0.01 \text{ N}

Centinewtons allow convenient expression of forces smaller than decinewtons but larger than millinewtons.

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