Pound-inches to kgf·cm Converter
Enter the torque in pound-inches below to convert it to kgf·cm.
Convert Pound-inches to kgf·cm
Enter a value in pound-inches (lb·in) to convert to kgf·cm (kgf·cm).
Pound-inch to Kilogram-force Centimeter Conversion Table
Table showing various pound-inch measurements converted to kgf·cm. Click any preset value or arrow to load it into the converter.
| Pound-inches (lb·in) | kgf·cm (kgf·cm) |
|---|---|
| 1 lb·in | 1.1521246 kgf·cm |
| 2 lb·in | 2.3042492 kgf·cm |
| 2.5 lb·in | 2.8803115 kgf·cm |
| 5 lb·in | 5.7606231 kgf·cm |
| 10 lb·in | 11.5212462 kgf·cm |
| 15 lb·in | 17.2818693 kgf·cm |
| 20 lb·in | 23.0424924 kgf·cm |
| 25 lb·in | 28.8031155 kgf·cm |
| 30 lb·in | 34.5637386 kgf·cm |
| 50 lb·in | 57.606231 kgf·cm |
How to Convert Pound-inches to kgf·cm
To convert pound-inches to kgf·cm, multiply the torque by the following conversion ratio: 1.1521246 kgf·cm/pound-inch.
Since one pound-inch is equal to 1.1521246 kgf·cm, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The torque in kgf·cm is equal to the torque in pound-inches multiplied by 1.1521246.
For example, here's how to convert 5 pound-inches to kgf·cm using the formula above.
How Many kgf·cm Are in a Pound-inch?
There are 1.1521246 kgf·cm in a pound-inch, which is why we use this value in the formula above.
Our pound-inch to kilogram-force centimeter calculator automatically converts your torque measurements with full decimal and scientific precision across US customary, imperial, and SI metric standards.
Pound-inches and kgf·cm are both units used to measure torque. Keep reading to learn more about each unit.
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). [1]
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.
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. [2]
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.
When converting torque between pound-inches (lb·in) and kgf·cm (kgf·cm), keep full floating-point precision (1 lb·in = 1.1521246 kgf·cm; 1 kgf·cm = 0.8679617 lb·in) during intermediate calculations and round only the final kilogram-force centimeter figure to match your instrument tolerance.
More Pound-inch & Kilogram-force Centimeter Conversions
Need to calculate in the opposite direction? Use our kgf·cm to pound-inches calculator to switch your starting unit immediately. You can also explore related tools such as converting kgf·cm to pound-inches, converting pound-inches to newton-meters, or converting pound-inches to pound-feet.
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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 — Pound-inches (lb·in) to kgf·cm (kgf·cm)
- [2]NIST App. B.8 SpecificationNIST App. B.8 (NIST SP 811 Alphabetical Conversion Factors)·Unit Specifications: Pound-inch (in·lbf) (lb·in) & Kilogram-force Centimeter (kgf·cm)
- [3]BIPM ReferenceBIPM (Mechanics & Rotational Work (N·m))·Conversion Factors & Mathematical Basis (lb·in to kgf·cm)