Convert inch-pound to kilogram-force centimeter
Please provide values below to convert inch-pound [in*lbf] to kilogram-force centimeter [kgf*cm], or Convert kilogram-force centimeter to inch-pound.
How to Convert Inch-Pound to Kilogram-Force Centimeter
1 in*lbf = 1.15212462971555 kgf*cm
Example: convert 15 in*lbf to kgf*cm:
15 in*lbf = 15 × 1.15212462971555 kgf*cm = 17.2818694457332 kgf*cm
Inch-Pound to Kilogram-Force Centimeter Conversion Table
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Inch-Pound
The inch-pound (in·lbf) is a unit of torque or energy, representing the force of one pound applied at the end of a one-inch lever arm.
History/Origin
The inch-pound has been used primarily in the United States and other countries that employ imperial units, originating from the traditional use of inches and pounds in mechanical and engineering contexts, with its formal recognition dating back to the 19th century.
Current Use
It is commonly used in engineering, automotive, and mechanical applications to measure torque and energy, especially in contexts where imperial units are 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).