Micronewtons (µN)

The micronewton is used for ion thrusters and precision measurement.

Convert micronewtons to any force unit

1 micronewton = 0.000001 newtons

Quick facts

Unit
Micronewton (plural: micronewtons)
Symbol
µN
Measures
Force
System
Metric (SI)
Equals
0.000001 newtons
Definition
10⁻⁶ N.

1 micronewton in other units

Newtons0.000001 N
Pounds-force2.2480894 × 10-7 lbf
Kilograms-force1.0197162 × 10-7 kgf
Kilonewtons1 × 10-9 kN
Dynes0.1 dyn
Kips2.2480894 × 10-10 kip

What is a micronewton?

The micronewton is used for ion thrusters and precision measurement.

Where the micronewton sits among force units

The micronewton is number 2 of 18 on our scale of force units, ordered from smallest to largest.

Atomic unit of force1 µN = 12.1378 Eh/a₀ Micronewtonthis unit Dyne1 dyn = 10 µN Newton1 N = 1,000,000 µN Pound-force1 lbf = 4,448,220 µN Kilogram-force1 kgf = 9,806,650 µN

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Frequently asked questions

What is a micronewton?

The micronewton is used for ion thrusters and precision measurement.

How is the micronewton defined?

10⁻⁶ N.

How many newtons are in a micronewton?

One micronewton equals 0.000001 newtons.

How many pounds-force are in a micronewton?

One micronewton equals 2.2480894e-7 pounds-force.

How many kilograms-force are in a micronewton?

One micronewton equals 1.0197162e-7 kilograms-force.