Dynes per centimetre to Newtons per metre
Convert dynes per centimetre to newtons per metre (dyn/cm to N/m). 1 dyn/cm = 0.001 N/m. Use the calculator, formula and conversion table.
How to convert dynes per centimetre to newtons per metre
Multiply the amount in dynes per centimetre by 0.001 to get newtons per metre. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
N/m = dyn/cm × 0.001Worked example
1 dyn/cm = 0.001 N/m. Change the amount in the calculator above to use your own value.
Units and assumptions
Uses newtons per metre. One dyne per centimetre equals one millinewton per metre. Pound-force uses standard gravity; this converts a supplied surface tension without predicting its dependence on temperature or composition. Values are rounded to 12 significant figures for display.
Calculator results use floating-point arithmetic and are rounded for display. The reference table below uses up to 12 significant digits.
Dynes per centimetre to Newtons per metre table
| Dynes per centimetre (dyn/cm) | Newtons per metre (N/m) |
|---|---|
| 0 | 0 |
| 1 | 0.001 |
| 5 | 0.005 |
| 10 | 0.01 |
| 25 | 0.025 |
| 100 | 0.1 |
| 1,000 | 1 |
About this conversion
What is the formula for dynes per centimetre to newtons per metre?
N/m = dyn/cm × 0.001. Multiply the amount in dynes per centimetre by 0.001 to get newtons per metre. The displayed factor and results are rounded to 12 significant digits.
How do I convert back to dynes per centimetre?
Use the newtons per metre to dynes per centimetre calculator to reverse this conversion. You can also use Swap units in the calculator above.
Can I use a different pair of units?
Choose another unit in the calculator, or open the surface tension converter to browse all supported pairs.