Convert calorie (th) to kilogram-force centimeter
Please provide values below to convert calorie (th) [cal (th)] to kilogram-force centimeter [kgf*cm], or Convert kilogram-force centimeter to calorie (th).
How to Convert Calorie (Th) to Kilogram-Force Centimeter
1 cal (th) = 42.6649263509965 kgf*cm
Example: convert 15 cal (th) to kgf*cm:
15 cal (th) = 15 × 42.6649263509965 kgf*cm = 639.973895264948 kgf*cm
Calorie (Th) to Kilogram-Force Centimeter Conversion Table
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Calorie (Th)
The calorie (th) is a unit of energy used to quantify the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one kilogram of water by one degree Celsius.
History/Origin
The calorie (th) was historically used in the context of thermochemistry and nutrition, originating from the calorie concept in the 19th century. It has largely been replaced by the joule in scientific contexts but remains in common use in some regions and fields.
Current Use
Today, the calorie (th) is primarily used in nutrition labeling and food energy measurements, especially in regions where the thermochemical calorie is still recognized, although the joule is the SI standard.
Kilogram-Force Centimeter
Kilogram-force centimeter (kgf·cm) is a unit of torque or moment of force, representing the force of one kilogram-force applied at a distance of one centimeter from the pivot point.
History/Origin
The kilogram-force centimeter originated from the use of the kilogram-force as a unit of force in the metric system, combined with the centimeter as a unit of length, primarily used in mechanical and engineering contexts before the widespread adoption of SI units.
Current Use
Today, kgf·cm is largely considered a non-SI unit and is used in certain engineering fields, such as torque measurement in automotive and mechanical applications, but is being gradually replaced by SI units like Newton-meter (Nm).