Newton to kilogram-force converter (N to kgf)

Conversion Formula

1 N = 0.101972 kgf

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Newton = 1.000 newtons
   1 Kilogram-force = 9.807 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 N = (1.000 N) / (9.807 N/kgf) = 0.101972 kgf
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in N by 0.101972 to get the equivalent in kgf

Example Conversion

Convert 5 N to kgf:

5 N × 0.101972 = 0.509858 kgf