Convert ton-force (long) to newton
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (long) [tonf (UK)] to newton [N], or Convert newton to ton-force (long).
How to Convert Ton-Force (Long) to Newton
1 tonf (UK) = 9964.01642 N
Example: convert 15 tonf (UK) to N:
15 tonf (UK) = 15 × 9964.01642 N = 149460.2463 N
Ton-Force (Long) to Newton Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Long)
A unit of force equal to the force exerted by one long ton (2,240 pounds) under standard gravity, approximately 20,000 pounds-force.
History/Origin
The ton-force (long) originated from the use of the long ton in the UK, primarily for engineering and maritime purposes, before the adoption of SI units. It was used to measure force in contexts where imperial units were standard.
Current Use
The ton-force (long) is largely obsolete in modern scientific and engineering contexts, replaced by the newton. It may still be used in some historical or niche applications within the UK or in legacy systems.
Newton
The newton (N) is the SI derived unit of force, defined as the force required to accelerate a one-kilogram mass by one meter per second squared.
History/Origin
The newton was named after Sir Isaac Newton and introduced in the 20th century as part of the International System of Units (SI) to standardize measurements of force.
Current Use
The newton is widely used in physics and engineering to quantify force, including in calculations involving mechanics, dynamics, and various scientific applications.