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Force and Torque

gf·cmtokgf·m

Convert gram-force centimetres (gf·cm) to kilograms-force metre (kgf·m).

Factor1 gf·cm = 1e-5 kgf·m

Converter

gf·cm

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1kgf·m

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
kgf·m = gf·cm × 1e-5

Multiply any value in gram-force centimetres by 1e-5 to obtain the value in kilograms-force metre.

Worked example

Convert 100000 gf·cm to kgf·m.

  1. 01Start with 100000 gf·cm.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100000 × 1e-5 = 1 kgf·m.
Result100000 gf·cm = 1 kgf·m

Conversion table

gf·cmkgf·m
11e-5
22e-5
55e-5
101e-4
200.0002
500.0005
1000.001
2000.002
5000.005
10000.01

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from gf·cm to kgf·m?
1 gf·cm equals 1e-5 kgf·m. To convert, multiply the value in gram-force centimetres by 1e-5.
How do I convert 1 gf·cm to kgf·m?
1 gf·cm = 1e-5 kgf·m. For any value, multiply by 1e-5.
How do I convert kgf·m back to gf·cm?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 100000. So 1 kgf·m = 100000 gf·cm.
When would I need to convert gram-force centimetre to kilogram-force metre?
Torque conversions between gf·cm and kgf·m are needed in fastener specification, mechanical equipment design, drivetrain analysis and lifting/rigging calculations. Newton-metre (N·m) is the SI standard; lbf·ft and lbf·in dominate US fastener and machinery datasheets; kgf·m appears in legacy metric documentation. Display symbol is N·m — never the abbreviation "nm", which denotes nanometre.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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