A dyne is a CGS force unit.
Dynes to Millinewtons Converter — dyn to mN
Convert Dyne (dyn) to Millinewton (mN) using the exact conversion factor (1 dyne = 0.01 millinewton). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Dynes to Millinewtons converter
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Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Millinewton is 0.001 newton units.
Result = input x 1e-5 / 0.001.
Force uses the newton as the base unit.
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About Converting Dynes to Millinewtons
Dyne and Millinewton both measure force, and the conversion matters whenever an SI-trained engineer needs to compare notes with a US-trained one, or vice versa. Specifically: A dyne is a CGS force unit, and millinewton is 0.001 newton units.
Formula
millinewtons = dynes × 0.01
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 dyne equals 0.00001 base units, and 1 millinewton equals 0.001 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct dyne-to-millinewton factor of 0.01.
Simple example
1 dyn × 0.01 = 0.01 mN
1 dyne = 0.01 millinewtons.
Real-world example
10 dyn × 0.01 = 0.1 mN
10 dynes = 0.1 millinewtons.
Conversion table
| Dyne (dyn) | Millinewton (mN) |
|---|---|
| 1 dyn | 0.01 mN |
| 5 dyn | 0.05 mN |
| 10 dyn | 0.1 mN |
| 50 dyn | 0.5 mN |
| 100 dyn | 1 mN |
| 1,000 dyn | 10 mN |
Reverse conversion: Millinewton to Dyne
0.01 mN × 100 = 1 dyn
0.01 millinewtons = 1 dyne.
dynes = millinewtons × 100
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Millinewton to Dyne.
Understanding the Dyne (dyn)
A dyne is a CGS force unit.
Understanding the Millinewton (mN)
Millinewton is 0.001 newton units.
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Frequently asked questions
How many millinewtons are in 1 dyne?
1 dyne equals 0.01 millinewtons, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert dyne to millinewton?
Multiply the dyne value by 0.01. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert millinewton back to dyne?
Use the reverse factor: 1 millinewton equals 100 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 force.
What is a millinewton?
Millinewton (mN) is a unit of force.
Is the dyne to millinewton conversion exact?
Yes. Both dyne and millinewton are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 0.01 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.