dyne to kilogram-force
Convert dyne (dyn) to kilogram-force (kgf). Use an editable force converter, conversion formula, and reference table.
1 dyn = 0.000001019716213 kgf
Conversion formula
One dyne equals 0.000001019716213 kilogram-force. Multiply your value in dyne by this factor to get kilogram-force. For the reverse conversion, divide by the same factor.
Worked example
To convert 5 dyne:5 × 0.000001019716213 = 0.000005098581065 kgf
Conversion table
| dyne (dyn) | kilogram-force (kgf) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 | 1.01971621e-8 |
| 0.1 | 1.01971621e-7 |
| 1 | 0.000001019716213 |
| 2 | 0.000002039432426 |
| 5 | 0.000005098581065 |
| 10 | 0.00001019716213 |
| 25 | 0.00002549290532 |
| 50 | 0.00005098581065 |
| 100 | 0.0001019716213 |
| 1000 | 0.001019716213 |
About these measurements
Force describes an interaction that can change motion.
The base reference used here is the newton. One dyne is 0.00001 base units; one kilogram-force is 9.80665 base units.
Important distinctions
Gravitational force units use standard gravity, 9.80665 m/s².
Precision
The converter uses stored conversion factors and floating-point arithmetic. Results display up to ten significant digits, switching to scientific notation for very small or large values. Keep the precision of your original measurement when reporting results.
Common questions
How do I convert dyn to kgf?
Multiply the quantity in dyn by 0.000001019716213. You can also type the value into the converter above.
Can I reverse the conversion?
Yes. Use the swap button or open the kilogram-force to dyne converter.
Reference
NIST Guide to the SI — conversion factors and prefix conventions. SI prefixes scale units by powers of ten; the dimension-specific notes above describe the assumptions used on this page.
