Centinewton is 0.01 newton units.
Centinewtons to Attonewtons Converter — cN to aN
Convert Centinewton (cN) to Attonewton (aN) using the exact conversion factor (1 centinewton = 1e+16 attonewton). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Centinewtons to Attonewtons converter
Converter
Engineering Converter
Convert common stress, force, torque, power, and energy units used in engineering.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Attonewton is 1e-18 newton units.
Result = input x 0.01 / 1e-18.
Force units are compatible.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Centinewtons to Attonewtons
Centinewton and Attonewton both measure a quantity used in structural or mechanical engineering — commonly stress, pressure, force, torque, power, or energy — where converting between the unit conventions used in different regions, industries, or equipment specifications is a routine part of design work. Specifically: Centinewton is 0.01 newton units, and attonewton is 1e-18 newton units.
Formula
attonewtons = centinewtons × 1e+16
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 centinewton equals 0.01 base units, and 1 attonewton equals 1e-18 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct centinewton-to-attonewton factor of 1e+16.
Simple example
1 cN × 1e+16 = 1e+16 aN
1 centinewton = 1e+16 attonewtons.
Real-world example
100 cN × 1e+16 = 1e+18 aN
100 centinewtons = 1e+18 attonewtons.
Conversion table
| Centinewton (cN) | Attonewton (aN) |
|---|---|
| 1 cN | 1e+16 aN |
| 10 cN | 1e+17 aN |
| 50 cN | 5e+17 aN |
| 100 cN | 1e+18 aN |
| 500 cN | 5e+18 aN |
| 1,000 cN | 1e+19 aN |
Reverse conversion: Attonewton to Centinewton
1e+16 aN × 1e-16 = 1 cN
1e+16 attonewtons = 1 centinewton.
centinewtons = attonewtons × 1e-16
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Attonewton to Centinewton.
Understanding the Centinewton (cN)
Centinewton is 0.01 newton units.
Understanding the Attonewton (aN)
Attonewton is 1e-18 newton units.
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Frequently asked questions
How many attonewtons are in 1 centinewton?
1 centinewton equals 1e+16 attonewtons, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert centinewton to attonewton?
Multiply the centinewton value by 1e+16. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert attonewton back to centinewton?
Use the reverse factor: 1 attonewton equals 1e-16 centinewtons. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a centinewton?
Centinewton (cN) is a unit of engineering.
What is a attonewton?
Attonewton (aN) is a unit of engineering.
Is the centinewton to attonewton conversion exact?
Yes. Both centinewton and attonewton are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1e+16 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.
Why do engineering unit conventions vary so much by region and industry?
Pressure, force, and stress can be expressed in metric (pascal, newton), US customary (psi, pound-force), or older and industry-specific units (atmosphere, torr, kip) depending on the country, industry, and even the equipment manufacturer, which is why engineers routinely need to convert between them when working across specs from different sources.