Piconewton is 1e-12 newton units.
Piconewtons to Dynes Converter — pN to dyn
Convert Piconewton (pN) to Dyne (dyn) using the exact conversion factor (1 piconewton = 1e-7 dyne). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Piconewtons to Dynes 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.
A dyne is a CGS force unit.
Result = input x 1e-12 / 1e-5.
Force units are compatible.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Piconewtons to Dynes
Piconewton and Dyne 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: Piconewton is 1e-12 newton units, and a dyne is a CGS force unit.
Formula
dynes = piconewtons × 1e-7
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 piconewton equals 1e-12 base units, and 1 dyne equals 0.00001 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct piconewton-to-dyne factor of 1e-7.
Simple example
1 pN × 1e-7 = 1e-7 dyn
1 piconewton = 1e-7 dynes.
Real-world example
100 pN × 1e-7 = 0.00001 dyn
100 piconewtons = 0.00001 dynes.
Conversion table
| Piconewton (pN) | Dyne (dyn) |
|---|---|
| 1 pN | 1e-7 dyn |
| 10 pN | 0.000001 dyn |
| 50 pN | 0.000005 dyn |
| 100 pN | 0.00001 dyn |
| 500 pN | 0.00005 dyn |
| 1,000 pN | 0.0001 dyn |
Reverse conversion: Dyne to Piconewton
1e-7 dyn × 10000000 = 1 pN
1e-7 dynes = 1 piconewton.
piconewtons = dynes × 10000000
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Dyne to Piconewton.
Understanding the Piconewton (pN)
Piconewton is 1e-12 newton units.
Understanding the Dyne (dyn)
A dyne is a CGS force unit.
Reserved between the cards and the FAQ so the page stays balanced.
Frequently asked questions
How many dynes are in 1 piconewton?
1 piconewton equals 1e-7 dynes, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert piconewton to dyne?
Multiply the piconewton value by 1e-7. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert dyne back to piconewton?
Use the reverse factor: 1 dyne equals 10,000,000 piconewtons. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a piconewton?
Piconewton (pN) is a unit of engineering.
What is a dyne?
Dyne (dyn) is a unit of engineering.
Is the piconewton to dyne conversion exact?
Yes. Both piconewton and dyne are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1e-7 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.