Convert ton-force (short) to ton-force (metric)
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short) [tonf (US)] to ton-force (metric) [tf], or Convert ton-force (metric) to ton-force (short).
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short) to Ton-Force (Metric)
1 tonf (US) = 0.907184739946873 tf
Example: convert 15 tonf (US) to tf:
15 tonf (US) = 15 × 0.907184739946873 tf = 13.6077710992031 tf
Ton-Force (Short) to Ton-Force (Metric) Conversion Table
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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.
Ton-Force (Metric)
Ton-force (metric), symbol: tf, is a unit of force equal to the force exerted by one metric ton (1000 kg) 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 measurement of engine and machinery forces, and has been used in various forms since the early 20th century.
Current Use
Ton-force (metric) is primarily used in engineering, physics, and industrial applications to express large forces, especially in contexts involving heavy machinery, structural analysis, and force calculations within the 'Force' converter category.