Convert pound-force inch to gram-force meter
Please provide values below to convert pound-force inch [lbf*in] to gram-force meter [gf*m], or Convert gram-force meter to pound-force inch.
How to Convert Pound-Force Inch to Gram-Force Meter
1 lbf*in = 11.5212462971555 gf*m
Example: convert 15 lbf*in to gf*m:
15 lbf*in = 15 × 11.5212462971555 gf*m = 172.818694457333 gf*m
Pound-Force Inch to Gram-Force Meter Conversion Table
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Pound-Force Inch
Pound-force inch (lbf·in) is a unit of torque representing the torque resulting from a one-pound-force applied at a perpendicular distance of one inch from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The pound-force inch has been used historically in engineering and mechanical contexts to quantify torque, especially in the United States, based on the imperial system of units. It originated from the need to measure rotational force in machinery and automotive applications.
Current Use
Today, pound-force inch is still used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical fields to specify torque values, particularly in the United States. It is often converted to SI units like newton-meters for international standardization.
Gram-Force Meter
A gram-force meter (gf·m) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one gram-force applied at a distance of one meter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The gram-force meter originated from the use of the gram-force as a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second (CGS) system, primarily used in scientific and engineering contexts before the adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Today, the gram-force meter is rarely used; it is mainly of historical interest or in specific niche applications where CGS units are still referenced, but most torque measurements are expressed in SI units such as newton-meters.