Newton to Tonnes (force) conversion

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The conversion factor from Newtons to tonne-force is established as 1 Newton = 0.00010197162 tonne-force. It is crucial to differentiate between tonne, which is a metric unit for mass, and tonne-force, which is a unit for force. The relationship between these units is clarified with the fact that 1 Kilogram-force (Kgf) equals 9.80665 Newtons, leading to the conclusion that 1 Tonne-force equals 9.80665 x 1000 Newtons. This distinction is vital for accurate scientific communication.

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Does anyone know the conversion factor to go from a force in Newtons to a force in tonnes?

The only relevant information I could find was this site, which says "1 Newton = 0.00010197162 tonne-force"

Is this correct?

Thanks
 
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There's a difference.Tonne(s) is a unit for mass,while Tonne-force is a unit for force.

1Kgf=9.80665N

That's all u need to know.The rest is just metric prefix...

Daniel.
 
So, 1 KgForce = 9.806 65N

Since 1 tonne (or is it ton?) = 1000 kg, does this mean 1 Tonne-force = 9.806 65 * 103N?
 
That's right."Kgf" is an ancient unit for force,but the metric prefixes go way back.

TONNE...(not "ton"!).

Daniel.
 
Thanks for clarifying the tonne-force issue.

However, my professor insists that tonne is for force, and ton is for mass.
 
Bull****!:mad:

1 tonne=1,000 Kg
1 ton\sim 907 Kg

Daniel.
 
I'd like to second Dex. Your professor is utterly wrong. Ton is an imperial unit of mass, Tonne is metric.
 
I think this "ton" is a nice multiple of pound avoirdupoids.2000,maybe...?

Daniel.
 
Thanks so much guys.

I'll tell correct my prof on Monday then. :)
 

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