Nanonewton is 1e-9 newton units.
Nanonewtons to Femtonewtons Converter — nN to fN
Convert Nanonewton (nN) to Femtonewton (fN) using the exact conversion factor (1 nanonewton = 1,000,000 femtonewton). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Nanonewtons to Femtonewtons 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.
Femtonewton is 1e-15 newton units.
Result = input x 1e-9 / 1e-15.
Force units are compatible.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Nanonewtons to Femtonewtons
Nanonewton and Femtonewton 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: Nanonewton is 1e-9 newton units, and femtonewton is 1e-15 newton units.
Formula
femtonewtons = nanonewtons × 1000000
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 nanonewton equals 1e-9 base units, and 1 femtonewton equals 1e-15 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct nanonewton-to-femtonewton factor of 1000000.
Simple example
1 nN × 1000000 = 1,000,000 fN
1 nanonewton = 1,000,000 femtonewtons.
Real-world example
100 nN × 1000000 = 100,000,000 fN
100 nanonewtons = 100,000,000 femtonewtons.
Conversion table
| Nanonewton (nN) | Femtonewton (fN) |
|---|---|
| 1 nN | 1,000,000 fN |
| 10 nN | 10,000,000 fN |
| 50 nN | 50,000,000 fN |
| 100 nN | 100,000,000 fN |
| 500 nN | 500,000,000 fN |
| 1,000 nN | 1,000,000,000 fN |
Reverse conversion: Femtonewton to Nanonewton
1 fN × 0.000001 = 0.000001 nN
1 femtonewton = 0.000001 nanonewtons.
nanonewtons = femtonewtons × 0.000001
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Femtonewton to Nanonewton.
Understanding the Nanonewton (nN)
Nanonewton is 1e-9 newton units.
Understanding the Femtonewton (fN)
Femtonewton is 1e-15 newton units.
Reserved between the cards and the FAQ so the page stays balanced.
Frequently asked questions
How many femtonewtons are in 1 nanonewton?
1 nanonewton equals 1,000,000 femtonewtons, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert nanonewton to femtonewton?
Multiply the nanonewton value by 1000000. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert femtonewton back to nanonewton?
Use the reverse factor: 1 femtonewton equals 0.000001 nanonewtons. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a nanonewton?
Nanonewton (nN) is a unit of engineering.
What is a femtonewton?
Femtonewton (fN) is a unit of engineering.
Is the nanonewton to femtonewton conversion exact?
Yes. Both nanonewton and femtonewton are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1000000 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.