Centinewton meter is 0.01 newton meter units.
Centinewton meters to Kilogram-force meters Converter — cN m to kgf m
Convert Centinewton meter (cN m) to Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) using the exact conversion factor (1 centinewton meter = 0.0010197162 kilogram-force meter). See the formula, worked examples, conversion table, and common uses.
Centinewton meters to Kilogram-force meters converter
Converter
Torque Converter
Convert newton meters, pound-feet, pound-inches, ounce-inches, and kilogram-force meters.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
Torque from one kilogram-force at one meter.
Result = input x 0.01 / 9.80665.
Torque uses the newton meter as the base unit.
Reserved above the conversion cards and below the converter.
About Converting Centinewton meters to Kilogram-force meters
Centinewton meter and Kilogram-force meter both measure torque, and the conversion is essential for anyone using a torque wrench specified in one unit against a bolt or engine spec given in the other. Specifically: Centinewton meter is 0.01 newton meter units, and torque from one kilogram-force at one meter.
Formula
kilogram-force meters = centinewton meters × 0.00101971621298
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 centinewton meter equals 0.01 base units, and 1 kilogram-force meter equals 9.80665 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct centinewton meter-to-kilogram-force meter factor of 0.00101971621298.
Simple example
1 cN m × 0.001019716213 = 0.0010197162 kgf m
1 centinewton meter = 0.0010197162 kilogram-force meters.
Real-world example
10 cN m × 0.001019716213 = 0.0101971621 kgf m
10 centinewton meters = 0.0101971621 kilogram-force meters.
Conversion table
| Centinewton meter (cN m) | Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) |
|---|---|
| 1 cN m | 0.0010197162 kgf m |
| 5 cN m | 0.0050985811 kgf m |
| 10 cN m | 0.0101971621 kgf m |
| 50 cN m | 0.0509858107 kgf m |
| 100 cN m | 0.1019716213 kgf m |
| 500 cN m | 0.5098581065 kgf m |
Reverse conversion: Kilogram-force meter to Centinewton meter
0.0010197162 kgf m × 980.665 = 0.9999999873 cN m
0.0010197162 kilogram-force meters = 0.9999999873 centinewton meters.
centinewton meters = kilogram-force meters × 980.665
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Kilogram-force meter to Centinewton meter.
Understanding the Centinewton meter (cN m)
Centinewton meter is 0.01 newton meter units.
Understanding the Kilogram-force meter
Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) measures torque. The torque produced by one kilogram-force acting at a perpendicular distance of one meter. It is classified as a non-SI unit, deprecated but still encountered.
Where it's used: Can be encountered in some older European and Japanese automotive and mechanical torque specifications
kgf·m vs. N·m. The newton-meter is the modern SI torque unit; kilogram-force meter is the older, gravity-dependent equivalent still occasionally seen on legacy specifications. 1 kgf·m equals exactly 9.80665 N·m.
Uses of the Kilogram-force meter today
- Appears on some legacy torque specifications and equipment predating wider adoption of the newton-meter
Kilogram-force meter — sources
- BIPM SI Brochure — Kilogram-force and its derivatives are non-SI units whose use is discouraged in favor of SI force/torque units.
Reserved between the cards and the FAQ so the page stays balanced.
Frequently asked questions
How many kilogram-force meters are in 1 centinewton meter?
1 centinewton meter equals 0.0010197162 kilogram-force meters, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert centinewton meter to kilogram-force meter?
Multiply the centinewton meter value by 0.001019716213. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert kilogram-force meter back to centinewton meter?
Use the reverse factor: 1 kilogram-force meter equals 980.665 centinewton meters. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a centinewton meter?
Centinewton meter (cN m) is a unit of torque.
What is a kilogram-force meter?
Kilogram-force meter (kgf m) measures torque. The torque produced by one kilogram-force acting at a perpendicular distance of one meter. It is classified as a non-SI unit, deprecated but still encountered.
Is the centinewton meter to kilogram-force meter conversion exact?
Yes. Both centinewton meter and kilogram-force meter are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 0.001019716213 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.
What is the difference between kgf·m vs. n·m?
The newton-meter is the modern SI torque unit; kilogram-force meter is the older, gravity-dependent equivalent still occasionally seen on legacy specifications. 1 kgf·m equals exactly 9.80665 N·m.