Convert micronewton to centinewton
Please provide values below to convert micronewton [µN] to centinewton [cN], or Convert centinewton to micronewton.
How to Convert Micronewton to Centinewton
1 µN = 0.0001 cN
Example: convert 15 µN to cN:
15 µN = 15 × 0.0001 cN = 0.0015 cN
Micronewton to Centinewton Conversion Table
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Micronewton
A micronewton (µN) is a unit of force equal to one millionth of a newton, the SI base unit of force.
History/Origin
The micronewton was introduced as a submultiple of the newton to measure very small forces, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, as part of the SI system standardization.
Current Use
Micronewtons are used in precision measurements in physics, engineering, and scientific research where very small forces need to be quantified accurately.
Centinewton
A centinewton (cN) is a unit of force equal to one hundredth of a newton, the SI derived unit of force.
History/Origin
The centinewton was introduced as a convenient subunit of the newton for measuring small forces, especially in engineering and physics contexts, though it is not an SI standard unit and is rarely used in formal scientific literature.
Current Use
The centinewton is primarily used in specialized fields such as engineering, material testing, and calibration where small force measurements are needed, but it is largely replaced by the newton in most scientific and technical applications.