A dyne is a CGS force unit.
Dynes to Petanewtons Converter — dyn to PN
Convert Dyne (dyn) to Petanewton (PN) using the exact conversion factor (1 dyne = 1e-20 petanewton). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Dynes to Petanewtons 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.
Petanewton is 1000000000000000 newton units.
Result = input x 1e-5 / 1e+15.
Force units are compatible.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Dynes to Petanewtons
Dyne and Petanewton 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: A dyne is a CGS force unit, and petanewton is 1000000000000000 newton units.
Formula
petanewtons = dynes × 1e-20
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 dyne equals 0.00001 base units, and 1 petanewton equals 1e+15 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct dyne-to-petanewton factor of 1e-20.
Simple example
1 dyn × 1e-20 = 1e-20 PN
1 dyne = 1e-20 petanewtons.
Real-world example
100 dyn × 1e-20 = 1e-18 PN
100 dynes = 1e-18 petanewtons.
Conversion table
| Dyne (dyn) | Petanewton (PN) |
|---|---|
| 1 dyn | 1e-20 PN |
| 10 dyn | 1e-19 PN |
| 50 dyn | 5e-19 PN |
| 100 dyn | 1e-18 PN |
| 500 dyn | 5e-18 PN |
| 1,000 dyn | 1e-17 PN |
Reverse conversion: Petanewton to Dyne
1e-20 PN × 1e+20 = 1 dyn
1e-20 petanewtons = 1 dynes.
dynes = petanewtons × 1e+20
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Petanewton to Dyne.
Understanding the Dyne (dyn)
A dyne is a CGS force unit.
Understanding the Petanewton (PN)
Petanewton is 1000000000000000 newton units.
Reserved between the cards and the FAQ so the page stays balanced.
Frequently asked questions
How many petanewtons are in 1 dyne?
1 dyne equals 1e-20 petanewtons, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert dyne to petanewton?
Multiply the dyne value by 1e-20. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert petanewton back to dyne?
Use the reverse factor: 1 petanewton equals 1e+20 dynes. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a dyne?
Dyne (dyn) is a unit of engineering.
What is a petanewton?
Petanewton (PN) is a unit of engineering.
Is the dyne to petanewton conversion exact?
Yes. Both dyne and petanewton are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1e-20 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.