Kilonewtons to Metric Ton-force (tf) Converter
Convert Kilonewtons to Metric Ton-force (tf). Precise engineering tool for hydraulic press specifications and machinery.
About
The metric ton-force (tf), sometimes written as "tonne-force", is a gravitational unit of force often used in the specifications of hydraulic presses, jacks, and compression testing machines. While Kilonewtons (kN) is the standard SI unit, many industrial gauges and legacy systems are calibrated in tf. This tool provides an instant, high-precision conversion between these two standards.
Unlike mass conversion, this is a force-to-force conversion. It is defined as the force exerted by one metric tonne of mass in standard gravity. For engineers working with hydraulic cylinder ratings, calculating the exact tf is crucial for ensuring machinery is not overloaded beyond its rated capacity.
Formulas
The conversion logic uses the standard gravity constant to 5 decimal places.
Conversely:
Reference Data
| Force (kN) | Force (tf) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.10197 |
| 10 | 1.01972 |
| 50 | 5.09858 |
| 100 | 10.19716 |
| 500 | 50.98581 |
| 1000 | 101.97162 |
| 2500 | 254.92905 |