Force Converter
Force is a push or pull that can change an object's motion. The SI unit is the newton. Engineering also uses pound-force and kilogram-force, which relate mass to weight through standard gravity. Force and mass are different physical quantities.
1 N = 0.22480894 lbf
About force conversion
Force conversion is commonly needed when engineering, physics problems, and mechanical design.
Popular conversions
All force units
| Unit | Symbol | System |
|---|---|---|
| Newton | N | SI |
| Kilonewton | kN | SI |
| Dyne | dyn | Other |
| Pound-force | lbf | Imperial |
| Ounce-force | ozf | Imperial |
| Kilogram-force | kgf | Metric |
Frequently asked questions
What is the base unit for force?
Force conversions on this site are calculated against the newton (N).
Which force units can I convert?
You can convert between 6 units, including newton, kilonewton, dyne, pound-force, and more.
Where is force conversion useful?
It is commonly needed when engineering, physics problems, and mechanical design.
Does this converter mix measurement systems?
The converter supports SI, Other, Imperial, Metric units and keeps their exact definitions separate so results stay accurate.