Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to newton/square millimeter
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to newton/square millimeter [N/mm^2], or Convert newton/square millimeter to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Newton/square Millimeter
1 gf/cm^2 = 9.80665e-05 N/mm^2
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to N/mm^2:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 9.80665e-05 N/mm^2 = 0.0014709975 N/mm^2
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Newton/square Millimeter Conversion Table
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Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.
Newton/square Millimeter
Newton per square millimeter (N/mm²) is a unit of pressure or stress, representing the force of one newton applied over an area of one square millimeter.
History/Origin
The unit derives from the SI base unit newton for force and the millimeter for area, commonly used in engineering and material science to measure stress and pressure. It has been in use since the adoption of the SI system, with increased application in fields requiring precise measurement of high pressures.
Current Use
N/mm² is widely used in engineering, material science, and construction to specify material strength, stress, and pressure levels, especially in contexts where high precision is required, such as in the specification of tensile strength and pressure ratings.