Ounces-force to Kilonewtons Converter

To convert a measurement in ounces-force to kilonewtons, multiply the value by 0.000278013851. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the newton.

For example, to convert 5 ozf to kilonewtons: 5 × 0.000278013851 = 0.001390069255 kN.

An ounce-force is the force exerted by gravity on a mass of one avoirdupois ounce under standard gravity, equal to about 0.278 newtons (1/16 of a pound-force). Derived from the ounce in the imperial and US customary systems, the ounce-force is used where small forces are specified in customary units, such as light-duty springs and switches.

Common uses of ounces-force include: Small spring and switch actuation forces; Keyboard and button tactile force specs; Light-duty torque and tension ratings; Consumer electronics component testing.

A kilonewton is a metric unit of force equal to 1,000 newtons. One kilonewton is roughly the weight of a 102 kg mass under standard gravity. The kilonewton became the practical working unit in civil and structural engineering because typical loads on beams, foundations, and cables are far larger than a single newton.

Common uses of kilonewtons include: Structural engineering loads and reactions; Crane and hoist capacity ratings; Climbing and rigging equipment strength ratings; Vehicle and aircraft thrust specifications.

Here are some common values converted:

1 ozf = 0.000278013851 kN 5 ozf = 0.001390069255 kN 10 ozf = 0.00278013851 kN 50 ozf = 0.013900692548 kN 100 ozf = 0.027801385095 kN