Gram-force to giganewton converter (gf to GN)

Conversion Formula

1 gf = 9.81e-12 GN

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Gram-force = 0.009807 newtons
   1 Giganewton = 1,000,000,000 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 gf = (0.009807 N) / (1,000,000,000 N/GN) = 9.81e-12 GN
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in gf by 9.81e-12 to get the equivalent in GN

Example Conversion

Convert 5 gf to GN:

5 gf × 9.81e-12 = 4.90e-11 GN