What is a gram-force [gf]?

A gram-force is a non-SI force unit equal to the force exerted by a one-gram mass under standard gravity, approximately 0.00980665 newtons, often used for small force measurements.

What does pound foot/square second measure?

Pound foot/square second is a force unit in the FPS system equal to one pound mass accelerated at one foot per second squared; it is commonly called the poundal.

Why convert between gram-force and pound foot/square second?

Conversions enable consistency when translating small forces from metric-based precision tools into imperial FPS units used in educational settings and legacy engineering documentation.

How to Convert from Gram-force [gf] to Pound foot/square second

Convert force values from gram-force [gf], a metric-based non-SI unit, to pound foot/square second, an imperial FPS unit also known as the poundal. Learn practical use cases, conversion methods, and typical applications.

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Gram-force [gf] to Pound foot/square second Conversion Table

Gram-force [gf]	Pound foot/square second

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Gram-force [gf] to Pound foot/square second Conversion Table
Gram-force [gf]	Pound foot/square second

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What Is This Tool?

This tool converts force measurements from gram-force (gf), used for small forces in engineering and testing, to pound foot/square second, a unit representing force in the foot–pound–second system where the pound denotes mass. It allows translation of small force values between metric and imperial FPS systems.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the force value in gram-force (gf) to convert
Select the output unit as pound foot/square second
Click the convert button to get the equivalent force in the FPS unit
Use the result for calculations involving FPS mechanical systems or legacy documents

Key Features

Converts gram-force (gf) to pound foot/square second using a precise fixed rate
Supports analysis in mechanical engineering and legacy FPS unit contexts
Ideal for translating small force measurements in product testing and educational settings
Browser-based and easy to use with straightforward input and output
Facilitates consistency in force computations involving mass and acceleration

Examples

10 gram-force [gf] equals approximately 0.709316353 pound foot/square second
100 gram-force [gf] equals approximately 7.09316353 pound foot/square second

Common Use Cases

Specifying actuation forces in tactile switches and keyboard keys using gram-force
Performing mechanics problems in classrooms with FPS units treating pound as mass
Legacy engineering calculations using FPS units prior to SI unit adoption
Small-scale dynamics or ballistic studies requiring consistency with lbm and ft/s²
Converting calibration forces for precision balances from metric to imperial units

Tips & Best Practices

Ensure the context matches FPS mass-acceleration interpretations when using pound foot/square second
Remember that gram-force depends on standard gravity conditions
Use this tool for translating small force values between metric and imperial FPS units
Verify the unit compatibility when combining converted values with other force units like newtons or pound-force
Apply the conversion consistently when working with legacy engineering data or educational exercises

Limitations

Conversion assumes consistent standard gravity conditions for gram-force
Pound foot/square second is based on a mass-acceleration unit definition, not weight
Use caution when mixing this unit with SI or other imperial force units such as pound-force
Contextual interpretation is required for correct physical meaning in engineering applications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a gram-force [gf]?: A gram-force is a non-SI force unit equal to the force exerted by a one-gram mass under standard gravity, approximately 0.00980665 newtons, often used for small force measurements.
What does pound foot/square second measure?: Pound foot/square second is a force unit in the FPS system equal to one pound mass accelerated at one foot per second squared; it is commonly called the poundal.
Why convert between gram-force and pound foot/square second?: Conversions enable consistency when translating small forces from metric-based precision tools into imperial FPS units used in educational settings and legacy engineering documentation.

Key Terminology

Gram-force [gf]: A non-SI unit of force equal to the force caused by a mass of one gram under standard gravity, often used for small force specifications.
Pound foot/square second: A force unit in the foot–pound–second system representing one pound mass accelerated at one foot per second squared, also known as the poundal.
Force: An influence that causes an object to accelerate, often calculated as mass times acceleration.

Quick Knowledge Check

Which unit measures force based on a mass of one gram under standard gravity?

Pound foot/square second

Gram-force

Pound-force

What is the pound foot/square second unit also commonly called?

Poundal

Newton

Dyne

What is a main use of converting gram-force to pound foot/square second?

To convert small forces from metric to imperial FPS units

To measure weight under variable gravity

To calculate pressure in pascals

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