Convert ounce-force to ton-force (short)
Please provide values below to convert ounce-force [ozf] to ton-force (short) [tonf (US)], or Convert ton-force (short) to ounce-force.
How to Convert Ounce-Force to Ton-Force (Short)
1 ozf = 3.12499998946208e-05 tonf (US)
Example: convert 15 ozf to tonf (US):
15 ozf = 15 × 3.12499998946208e-05 tonf (US) = 0.000468749998419312 tonf (US)
Ounce-Force to Ton-Force (Short) Conversion Table
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Ounce-Force
Ounce-force (ozf) is a unit of force equal to the force exerted by one ounce under standard gravity, approximately 0.278 Newtons.
History/Origin
The ounce-force originated from the imperial and US customary systems, used historically for measuring small forces, especially in engineering and physics contexts before the widespread adoption of the Newton as the SI unit.
Current Use
Ounce-force is rarely used today, primarily in legacy systems or specific industries such as aerospace and mechanical engineering where imperial units are still in use, but it has largely been replaced by the Newton in scientific and international contexts.
Ton-Force (Short)
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by one US ton (2000 pounds) under standard gravity (9.80665 m/s²).
History/Origin
The ton-force originated from the need to quantify large forces in engineering and industrial contexts, particularly in the United States, where the short ton was commonly used. It has been in use since the 19th century alongside other force units.
Current Use
Primarily used in engineering, manufacturing, and industrial applications within the United States to measure large forces, especially in contexts involving heavy machinery and structural analysis.