Newton is a historical temperature scale.
Newtons to Romers Converter — N to Ro
Convert Newton (N) to Romer (Ro) using the exact temperature formula. See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Newtons to Romers converter
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Convert Celsius, Fahrenheit, Kelvin, Rankine, Delisle, Newton, Reaumur, and Romer.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Romer is a historical temperature scale.
Convert the source temperature to Kelvin, then convert Kelvin to the target scale.
Temperature conversion uses Kelvin as the intermediate absolute scale.
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About Converting Newtons to Romers
Newton and Romer are both historical temperature scales no longer in everyday use — this conversion is mainly useful for historical reference or comparing older scientific texts against each other.
Formula
Convert the source temperature to Kelvin, then convert Kelvin to the target scale.
Both scales are converted through Kelvin as a common absolute reference point.
Simple example
(0 − 32) × 5/9 = 7.5 °C
0 newtons = 7.5 romers.
Real-world example
(0 − 32) × 5/9 = 7.5 °C
0 newtons = 7.5 romers.
Conversion table
| Newton (N) | Romer (Ro) |
|---|---|
| -40 N | -56.13636364 Ro |
| -20 N | -24.31818182 Ro |
| 0 N | 7.5 Ro |
| 20 N | 39.31818182 Ro |
| 37 N | 66.36363636 Ro |
| 100 N | 166.5909091 Ro |
Reverse conversion: Romer to Newton
(9.090909091 − 32) × 5/9 = 1 °C
9.090909091 romers = 1 newtons.
Convert the source temperature to Kelvin, then convert Kelvin to the target scale.
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Romer to Newton.
Understanding the Newton (N)
Newton is a historical temperature scale.
Understanding the Romer (Ro)
Romer is a historical temperature scale.
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Frequently asked questions
How many romers are in 1 newton?
1 newton equals 9.090909091 romers, using the offset temperature formula rather than an estimate.
How do I convert newton to romer?
Use the formula shown above: it involves both a multiplication and an addition/subtraction because the two scales don't share a common zero point.
How do I convert romer back to newton?
Use the reverse factor: 1 romer equals -4.085714286 newtons. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a newton?
Newton (N) is a unit of temperature.
What is a romer?
Romer (Ro) is a unit of temperature.
Is the Newton to Romer conversion exact?
Yes. Both scales are formally defined relative to the Kelvin scale, so the conversion formula is exact — the only rounding involved is in how many decimal places you choose to display.