Torque from one pound-force at one inch.
Pound-inches to Giganewton meters Converter — lb in to GN m
Convert Pound-inch (lb in) to Giganewton meter (GN m) using the exact conversion factor (1 pound-inch = 1.129848e-10 giganewton meter). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Pound-inches to Giganewton 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.
Giganewton meter is 1000000000 newton meter units.
Result = input x 0.112984829 / 1e+9.
Torque uses the newton meter as the base unit.
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About Converting Pound-inches to Giganewton meters
Pound-inch and Giganewton 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: Torque from one pound-force at one inch, and giganewton meter is 1000000000 newton meter units.
Formula
giganewton meters = pound-inches × 1.129848e-10
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 pound-inch equals 0.112984829028 base units, and 1 giganewton meter equals 1000000000 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct pound-inch-to-giganewton meter factor of 1.129848e-10.
Simple example
1 lb in × 1.129848e-10 = 1.129848e-10 GN m
1 pound-inch = 1.129848e-10 giganewton meters.
Real-world example
10 lb in × 1.129848e-10 = 1.129848e-9 GN m
10 pound-inches = 1.129848e-9 giganewton meters.
Conversion table
| Pound-inch (lb in) | Giganewton meter (GN m) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb in | 1.129848e-10 GN m |
| 5 lb in | 5.649241e-10 GN m |
| 10 lb in | 1.129848e-9 GN m |
| 50 lb in | 5.649241e-9 GN m |
| 100 lb in | 1.129848e-8 GN m |
| 500 lb in | 5.649241e-8 GN m |
Reverse conversion: Giganewton meter to Pound-inch
1.129848e-10 GN m × 8850745791 = 0.9999997431 lb in
1.129848e-10 giganewton meters = 0.9999997431 pound-inches.
pound-inches = giganewton meters × 8850745791.33
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Giganewton meter to Pound-inch.
Understanding the Pound-inch (lb in)
Torque from one pound-force at one inch.
Understanding the Giganewton meter (GN m)
Giganewton meter is 1000000000 newton meter units.
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Frequently asked questions
How many giganewton meters are in 1 pound-inch?
1 pound-inch equals 1.129848e-10 giganewton meters, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert pound-inch to giganewton meter?
Multiply the pound-inch value by 1.129848e-10. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert giganewton meter back to pound-inch?
Use the reverse factor: 1 giganewton meter equals 8,850,745,791 pound-inches. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a pound-inch?
Pound-inch (lb in) is a unit of torque.
What is a giganewton meter?
Giganewton meter (GN m) is a unit of torque.
Is the pound-inch to giganewton meter conversion exact?
Yes. Both pound-inch and giganewton meter are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 1.129848e-10 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.