Converting from Kip-force (kipf) to Ton-force (metric) (tf) in Force

What is Kip-force (kipf)

Kip-force (kipf) is a unit of force commonly used in engineering. One kip-force is equal to 1000 pounds-force. It is mainly used in the United States for measuring large forces.

What is Ton-force (metric) (tf)

Ton-force (metric) (tf) is a unit of force in the metric system. One ton-force (metric) is equal to 1000 kilograms-force. It is commonly used in European countries and other regions that follow the metric system.

Conversion Formulas

The conversion formulas between kip-force and ton-force (metric) are as follows:

• To convert from kip-force to ton-force (metric): tf=0.4535924×kipf

• To convert from ton-force (metric) to kip-force: kipf=2.204623×tf

Examples

1. Converting 10 kip-force to ton-force (metric):

tf=0.4535924×10=4.535924 tf

2. Converting 16 ton-force (metric) to kip-force:

kipf=2.204623×16=35.27396 kipf

By using these conversion formulas, you can easily convert between kip-force and ton-force (metric) for your force measurement needs.