Convert between Centinewton and other Force units.
Centinewton as a Unit of Force
A centinewton (cN) is a unit of force in the metric system, equivalent to one-hundredth (1/100) of a newton. The newton (N) is the standard unit of force in the International System of Units (SI), named after Sir Isaac Newton. The centinewton offers a practical scale for measuring smaller forces and is often used in fields such as engineering, physics, and materials science.
One centinewton is defined as the force required to accelerate a mass of one kilogram at a rate of 0.01 meters per second squared. It is a convenient unit for tasks involving light forces, like measuring the tension in materials or the force exerted in hobby projects. Due to its relation to the newton, it reflects the fundamental principles of dynamics and allows for easy conversions between units of force.
