Kilogram-force to giganewton converter (kgf to GN)

Conversion Formula

1 kgf = 9.81e-9 GN

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Kilogram-force = 9.807 newtons
   1 Giganewton = 1,000,000,000 newtons
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 kgf = (9.807 N) / (1,000,000,000 N/GN) = 9.81e-9 GN
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in kgf by 9.81e-9 to get the equivalent in GN

Example Conversion

Convert 5 kgf to GN:

5 kgf × 9.81e-9 = 4.90e-8 GN