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Torque Converter

Select the units you want to convert between and enter a value.

Torque

Worth Knowing

Torque is rotational force — force applied at a distance from a pivot — which is why a longer wrench loosens a stubborn bolt with less effort. Its units reflect that force-times-distance nature: newton-meters in metric, pound-feet in the US. Note that torque and energy share the same physical dimensions yet are never interchanged, since one is a twisting effect and the other is work done; keeping newton-meters (torque) distinct from joules (energy) avoids a genuine conceptual muddle.

How to Use

  1. Choose the unit you're converting from and the unit you want, from the two dropdowns above.
  2. Type a value into the input field — the converted result updates instantly.
  3. Swap the two units any time to flip the direction of the conversion.

Frequently Asked Questions