kgf·cm to Pound-inches Converter
Enter the torque in kgf·cm below to convert it to pound-inches.
Convert kgf·cm to Pound-inches
Enter a value in kgf·cm (kgf·cm) to convert to pound-inches (lb·in).
Kilogram-force Centimeter to Pound-inch Conversion Table
Table showing various kilogram-force centimeter measurements converted to pound-inches. Click any preset value or arrow to load it into the converter.
| kgf·cm (kgf·cm) | Pound-inches (lb·in) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf·cm | 0.8679617 lb·in |
| 2 kgf·cm | 1.7359233 lb·in |
| 2.5 kgf·cm | 2.1699042 lb·in |
| 5 kgf·cm | 4.3398083 lb·in |
| 10 kgf·cm | 8.6796166 lb·in |
| 15 kgf·cm | 13.0194249 lb·in |
| 20 kgf·cm | 17.3592332 lb·in |
| 25 kgf·cm | 21.6990416 lb·in |
| 30 kgf·cm | 26.0388499 lb·in |
| 50 kgf·cm | 43.3980831 lb·in |
How to Convert kgf·cm to Pound-inches
To convert kgf·cm to pound-inches, multiply the torque by the following conversion ratio: 0.8679617 pound-inches/kilogram-force centimeter.
Since one kilogram-force centimeter is equal to 0.8679617 pound-inches, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The torque in pound-inches is equal to the torque in kgf·cm multiplied by 0.8679617.
For example, here's how to convert 5 kgf·cm to pound-inches using the formula above.
How Many Pound-inches Are in a Kilogram-force Centimeter?
There are 0.8679617 pound-inches in a kilogram-force centimeter, which is why we use this value in the formula above.
Our kilogram-force centimeter to pound-inch calculator automatically converts your torque measurements with full decimal and scientific precision across US customary, imperial, and SI metric standards.
kgf·cm and pound-inches are both units used to measure torque. Keep reading to learn more about each unit.
What Is a Kilogram-force Centimeter?
A kilogram-force centimeter is a unit of torque equal to 0.0980665 newton-meters (N·m), the base unit for torque. Equal to 0.0980665 N·m, common for RC servos. [1]
The kilogram-force centimeter is classified as a metric and SI-compatible unit of torque. kgf·cm can be abbreviated as kgf·cm; for example, 1 kilogram-force centimeter can be written as 1 kgf·cm.
In the metric system, "kilo" is the standard SI prefix for thousands, or 10³. This makes the kilogram-force centimeter (kgf·cm) a convenient decimal multiple of the newton-meter (N·m).
In practice, kgf·cm (kgf·cm) are widely used across standard torque applications within SI metric workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
What Is a Pound-inch?
A pound-inch is a unit of torque equal to 0.1129848 newton-meters (N·m), the base unit for torque. 1/12 of a pound-foot (0.112985 N·m). [2]
The pound-inch is classified as a US customary and imperial unit of torque. Pound-inches can be abbreviated as lb·in; for example, 1 pound-inch can be written as 1 lb·in.
When working with pound-inches (lb·in) in formulas or technical specifications, always verify whether your target system uses SI metric, US customary, or British imperial standards.
In practice, pound-inches (lb·in) are widely used across standard torque applications within US customary and imperial workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
When converting torque between kgf·cm (kgf·cm) and pound-inches (lb·in), keep full floating-point precision (1 kgf·cm = 0.8679617 lb·in; 1 lb·in = 1.1521246 kgf·cm) during intermediate calculations and round only the final pound-inch figure to match your instrument tolerance.
More Kilogram-force Centimeter & Pound-inch Conversions
Need to calculate in the opposite direction? Use our pound-inches to kgf·cm calculator to switch your starting unit immediately. You can also explore related tools such as converting pound-inches to kgf·cm, converting newton-meters to pound-inches, or converting pound-feet to pound-inches.
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References
- [1]NIST SP 811 StandardNIST SP 811 (NIST SP 811 App. B.9 (Moment of Force & Torque))·Torque Metrology Standard — kgf·cm (kgf·cm) to Pound-inches (lb·in)
- [2]NIST App. B.8 SpecificationNIST App. B.8 (NIST SP 811 Alphabetical Conversion Factors)·Unit Specifications: Kilogram-force Centimeter (kgf·cm) & Pound-inch (in·lbf) (lb·in)
- [3]BIPM ReferenceBIPM (Mechanics & Rotational Work (N·m))·Conversion Factors & Mathematical Basis (kgf·cm to lb·in)