Newton to Dyne Converter
Enter the value that you want to convert newton (N) to dyne (dyn) or dyne to newton.
1 newton = 100000.0000000 dyne
Formula: dyne = newton value × 100000.0000000
N to DYN — newton to dyne
10 newton = 1000000.00000 dyne
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Converting Newton to Dyne
About the Newton
Newton (N) is a unit of force measurement. 1 newton is equal to 100000.0000000 dyne.
The Dyne in Engineering
Dyne (dyn) is a unit of force measurement. 1 dyne is equal to 0.0000100 newton.
Force Units in Engineering
Force measurement splits between SI (newtons, kilonewtons) and legacy systems (pound-force, kilogram-force, dynes). Structural engineers, automotive crash testers, aerospace designers, and material scientists all encounter mixed unit systems in international specifications, test reports, and historical reference documents. Converting accurately between these is critical for safety calculations.
newton to dyne metric conversion table
| 0.01 N | = | 1000.00000 dyn |
| 0.1 N | = | 10000.00000 dyn |
| 1 N | = | 100000.00000 dyn |
| 2 N | = | 200000.00000 dyn |
| 3 N | = | 300000.00000 dyn |
| 4 N | = | 400000.00000 dyn |
| 5 N | = | 500000.00000 dyn |
| 6 N | = | 600000.00000 dyn |
| 7 N | = | 700000.00000 dyn |
| 8 N | = | 800000.00000 dyn |
| 9 N | = | 900000.00000 dyn |
| 10 N | = | 1000000.00000 dyn |
| 11 N | = | 1100000.00000 dyn |
| 12 N | = | 1200000.00000 dyn |
| 13 N | = | 1300000.00000 dyn |
| 14 N | = | 1400000.00000 dyn |
| 15 N | = | 1500000.00000 dyn |
| 16 N | = | 1600000.00000 dyn |
| 17 N | = | 1700000.00000 dyn |
| 18 N | = | 1800000.00000 dyn |
| 19 N | = | 1900000.00000 dyn |
| 20 N | = | 2000000.00000 dyn |
| 30 N | = | 3000000.00000 dyn |
| 40 N | = | 4000000.00000 dyn |
| 50 N | = | 5000000.00000 dyn |
| 60 N | = | 6000000.00000 dyn |
| 70 N | = | 7000000.00000 dyn |
| 80 N | = | 8000000.00000 dyn |
| 90 N | = | 9000000.00000 dyn |
| 100 N | = | 10000000.00000 dyn |
| 200 N | = | 20000000.00000 dyn |
| 300 N | = | 30000000.00000 dyn |
| 400 N | = | 40000000.00000 dyn |
| 500 N | = | 50000000.00000 dyn |
| 600 N | = | 60000000.00000 dyn |
| 700 N | = | 70000000.00000 dyn |
| 800 N | = | 80000000.00000 dyn |
| 900 N | = | 90000000.00000 dyn |
| 1000 N | = | 100000000.00000 dyn |
How to Convert N to DYN (Newton to Dyne)?
We can convert newton to dyne by using an example.
Example:
Convert 20 Newton to Dyne?
We know 1 Newton = 100000.0000000 dyne; 1 Dyne = 0.0000100 newton.
20 newton = ___dyn
20 × 100000.0000000 = 2000000.00000 dyn (we know 1 newton = 100000.0000000 dyne)
Answer:
20 newton = 2000000.00000 dyne
Newtons to Dynes: SI to CGS Force Conversion
The dyne is the unit of force in the centimetre-gram-second (CGS) system, still widely used in surface science, rheology, and some branches of physics. One Newton equals exactly 100,000 dynes (10⁵ dyn). This clean power-of-ten relationship makes conversion straightforward once you remember the factor.
- Start with the force value in Newtons (SI unit).
- Multiply by 100,000 (or 10⁵) to convert to dynes.
- The result is the CGS force in dynes.
- For scientific notation: move the decimal 5 places to the right.
Newtons to Dynes Conversion Chart
Reference values for laboratory measurements and CGS calculations:
| Newton | Dyne |
|---|---|
| 0.00001 N | 1 dyn |
| 0.001 N | 100 dyn |
| 0.01 N | 1,000 dyn |
| 0.1 N | 10,000 dyn |
| 1 N | 100,000 dyn |
| 10 N | 1,000,000 dyn |
| 100 N | 10⁷ dyn |
| 1000 N | 10⁸ dyn |
Solved Problems: Converting N to dynes
Question 1: A surface tension measurement gives 0.072 N/m. Express the force on a 1 cm wire in dynes.
Solution:
Force = surface tension × length = 0.072 × 0.01 = 0.00072 N
Convert to dynes: 0.00072 × 100,000 = 72 dyn
Answer: The surface tension force on a 1 cm wire is 72 dynes.
Question 2: A lab instrument exerts 0.25 N on a sample. Convert to dynes.
Solution:
Force in dynes = 0.25 × 100,000
= 25,000 dyn
Answer: 0.25 N = 25,000 dynes.
Question 3: The gravitational force on a 50 mg bead is 0.000491 N. Express in dynes.
Solution:
Force in dynes = 0.000491 × 100,000
= 49.1 dyn
Answer: 0.000491 N = 49.1 dynes — consistent with a 50 mg weight (≈49 dyn).
Practice: Newton to Dyne Conversions
Try solving these on your own to test your understanding:
- Convert 5 N to dynes. (Answer: 500,000 dyn)
- A capillary force is measured as 0.003 N. Express in dynes. (Answer: 300 dyn)
- Convert 0.0045 N to dynes. (Answer: 450 dyn)
- What is 75 N in dynes? (Answer: 7,500,000 dyn)
- A spider silk strand supports 0.005 N. How many dynes? (Answer: 500 dyn)
The CGS System and Why Dynes Persist
The CGS system was the standard in physics before SI adoption in 1960. Many subfields retained CGS units because their equations simplify — Maxwell's equations in Gaussian CGS avoid the ε₀ and μ₀ constants. Surface tension is traditionally reported in dyn/cm, viscosity in Poise (dyn·s/cm²), and magnetic field in Gauss. Researchers in these areas still convert between Newtons and dynes daily.
Dynes in Surface Science and Coating Technology
Surface energy and wettability are commonly expressed in dynes/cm (equivalent to mN/m). Corona treatment of plastics aims to raise surface energy above 38 dyn/cm for good ink adhesion. Dyne pens rated at specific levels (30, 34, 38, 42 dyn/cm) test whether a surface will accept coatings. This industry standard keeps the dyne alive in manufacturing quality control.
Key Takeaways
- 1 N = 100,000 dynes exactly (10⁵ dyn).
- The conversion is exact — no rounding needed, just shift 5 decimal places.
- Dynes remain standard in surface science (dyn/cm = mN/m).
- CGS units persist in electromagnetism, rheology, and astrophysics.
- Surface energy of plastics is tested in dyn/cm for coating adhesion.
Newton to Dyne Conversion Formula
dyne = newton × 100000.0000000
1 newton = 100000.0000000 dyne
1 dyne = 0.0000100 newton
Reverse: newton = dyne × 0.0000100
Frequently Asked Questions
How many dyne are in 1 newton?
There are 100000.0000000 dyne in 1 newton. To convert newton to dyne, multiply the value by 100000.0000000.
How do I convert newton to dyne?
Multiply your newton value by 100000.0000000 to get the equivalent in dyne. For example, 5 newton = 5 × 100000.0000000 = 500000.00000 dyne.
How do I convert dyne to newton?
Multiply your dyne value by 0.0000100 to get the equivalent in newton. Alternatively, divide by 100000.0000000.
What is 10 newton in dyne?
10 newton is equal to 1000000.00000 dyne.
What is 100 newton in dyne?
100 newton is equal to 10000000.00000 dyne.