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Ounce-force to US Ton-force Converter

Convert ounces-force to US tons-force with our free online force converter.

Quick Answer

1 Ounce-force = 0.0000313 US tons-force

Formula: Ounce-force Ɨ conversion factor = US Ton-force

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  1. Enter the value you want to convert in the 'From' field (Ounce-force).
  2. The converted value in US Ton-force will appear automatically in the 'To' field.
  3. Use the dropdown menus to select different units within the Force category.
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How to Convert Ounce-force to US Ton-force: Step-by-Step Guide

Converting Ounce-force to US Ton-force involves multiplying the value by a specific conversion factor, as shown in the formula below.

Formula:

tonf = ozf Ɨ 0.00003125

Example Calculation:

1 ozf = 0.0000313 tonf

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What is a Ounce-force and a US Ton-force?

Ounce-force (ozf) is the force exerted by one avoirdupois ounce of mass under standard gravity (32.174 ft/sĀ²).

Formula: 1 ozf = 1 oz Ɨ 32.174 ft/sĀ²

Conversions:

  • 1 ozf = 0.278014 N (newtons)
  • 1 ozf = 0.0625 lbf (1/16 pound-force)
  • 1 ozf = 28.35 gf (gram-force)
  • 1 ozf = 0.02835 kgf (kilogram-force)
  • 1 ozf = 278,014 dynes
  • 16 ozf = 1 lbf

US ton-force (short ton-force) is the force exerted by one short ton (2,000 pounds) under standard gravity.

Formula: 1 tonf = 2,000 lbf = 2 kip

Conversions:

  • 1 tonf = 8,896.44 N (newtons)
  • 1 tonf = 8.89644 kN (kilonewtons)
  • 1 tonf = 2,000 lbf (pounds-force)
  • 1 tonf = 2 kip (kilopounds)
  • 1 tonf = 907.185 kgf (kilogram-force)
  • 1 tonf = 0.907185 metric ton-force
  • 1 tonf = 0.892857 UK ton-force (long ton-force)

Note: The Ounce-force is part of the imperial/US customary system, primarily used in the US, UK, and Canada for everyday measurements. The US Ton-force belongs to the imperial/US customary system.

History of the Ounce-force and US Ton-force

Ounce-force derives from the avoirdupois ounce, part of the imperial system developed in medieval England for commerce. The ounce (1/16 of a pound) was standardized for general goods, distinguishing it from the troy ounce used for precious metals. As a force unit, ounce-force became common in applications requiring finer precision than pounds, such as pharmacy scales, postal scales, and small mechanical springs. While metric units have largely replaced ozf in scientific and international contexts, it persists in US consumer products, food packaging, fishing equipment, and some mechanical specifications.

The US ton-force is based on the short ton of 2,000 pounds, the standard ton in the United States. The short ton (as opposed to the UK's long ton of 2,240 pounds) became standardized in American commerce and industry in the 19th century. As a force unit, ton-force provides a convenient scale for heavy loads in US engineering, particularly in construction equipment, crane capacities, and structural design. It is closely related to the kip (1,000 lbf), with 1 ton-force = 2 kips. While international engineering uses kilonewtons, US ton-force remains common in American construction, heavy industry, and equipment specifications.

Common Uses and Applications: ounces-force vs US tons-force

Explore the typical applications for both Ounce-force (imperial/US) and US Ton-force (imperial/US) to understand their common contexts.

Common Uses for ounces-force

Consumer Products: Package weight labels, kitchen scales, postal scales.

Fishing Equipment: Fishing line test strength, lure weights, rod action ratings.

Food Industry: Portion control, ingredient measurements, packaging specifications.

Small Springs: Tension spring ratings, retractable mechanisms, small mechanical devices.

Precision Scales: Laboratory balances, jewelry scales, pharmacy measurements.

When to Use US tons-force

Construction Equipment: Crane capacity, lifting equipment, heavy machinery ratings.

Structural Engineering: Large building loads, bridge components, foundation design.

Industrial Equipment: Press capacity, forging equipment, material handling.

Marine Engineering: Ship displacement, anchor forces, dock equipment.

Automotive: Heavy vehicle specifications, towing capacity, load ratings.

Additional Unit Information

About Ounce-force (ozf)

How do I convert ounce-force to newtons?

Formula: N = ozf Ɨ 0.278014

Examples:

  • 1 ozf = 0.278 N
  • 4 ozf = 1.11 N
  • 16 ozf = 4.45 N
  • 32 ozf = 8.90 N

Quick approximation: Multiply by 0.28 for rough conversion.

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How many ounce-force equal one pound-force?

1 pound-force = 16 ounce-force

Quick conversions:

  • 0.25 lbf = 4 ozf
  • 0.5 lbf = 8 ozf
  • 1 lbf = 16 ozf
  • 2 lbf = 32 ozf

Reverse: 1 ozf = 0.0625 lbf (1/16 of a pound-force)

Pounds-force to Ounce-force converter ā†’

What is the difference between ounce and ounce-force?

Ounce (oz): Unit of MASS - measures amount of matter.

Ounce-force (ozf): Unit of FORCE - measures weight or push/pull.

Relationship: On Earth at standard gravity, 1 ounce of mass exerts 1 ounce-force.

Important distinction: In space (zero gravity), a 1-ounce mass still has 1 ounce of mass but exerts 0 ounce-force. On the Moon, it would exert ~0.17 ozf due to lower gravity.

Note: In everyday US usage, "ounce" typically refers to weight (force), but in physics and engineering, the distinction matters.

What is a troy ounce-force?

Troy ounce-force is based on the troy ounce (31.1 grams), used for precious metals:

  • 1 troy ozf = 0.305 N
  • 1 troy ozf = 1.097 avoirdupois ozf
  • 1 troy ozf = 31.1 gf

Avoirdupois ounce-force (standard ozf) is based on the avoirdupois ounce (28.35 grams), used for general goods.

Most force applications use avoirdupois ounce-force unless specifically dealing with precious metals or pharmacy.

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About US Ton-force (tonf)

How do I convert US ton-force to kilonewtons?

Formula: kN = tonf Ɨ 8.89644 (approximately tonf Ɨ 9)

Examples:

  • 1 tonf = 8.90 kN
  • 5 tonf = 44.5 kN
  • 10 tonf = 89.0 kN
  • 100 tonf = 890 kN

Quick approximation: Multiply by 9 for rough conversion.

US Ton-force to Kilonewtons converter ā†’

How many US ton-force equal one kip?

1 US ton-force = 2 kips (2,000 lbf)

Quick conversions:

  • 0.5 tonf = 1 kip = 1,000 lbf
  • 1 tonf = 2 kip = 2,000 lbf
  • 5 tonf = 10 kip = 10,000 lbf
  • 10 tonf = 20 kip = 20,000 lbf

Reverse: 1 kip = 0.5 tonf

Both units are common in US structural engineering, with kips preferred for building design and ton-force for heavy equipment.

Kips to US Ton-force converter ā†’

What is the difference between US, UK, and metric ton-force?

US ton-force (short ton-force):

  • 2,000 pounds = 907.2 kg
  • 1 tonf = 8.896 kN

UK ton-force (long ton-force):

  • 2,240 pounds = 1,016 kg
  • 1 LTf = 9.964 kN

Metric ton-force (tonne-force):

  • 1,000 kg = 2,205 pounds
  • 1 tf = 9.807 kN

Conversions:

  • 1 US tonf = 0.893 UK tonf = 0.907 metric tf
  • 1 UK tonf = 1.12 US tonf = 1.016 metric tf
  • 1 metric tf = 1.102 US tonf = 0.984 UK tonf

Critical: Always specify which ton to avoid 10-12% errors in calculations!

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When should I use US ton-force instead of kips or kilonewtons?

Use US ton-force when:

  • Heavy equipment specifications (cranes, presses)
  • Industrial machinery ratings
  • Ship displacement and cargo capacity
  • Following US industry standards for large forces
  • Working with equipment rated in tons

Use kips when:

  • US structural engineering calculations
  • Building and bridge design
  • Following AISC or ACI codes
  • Typical range: 1-1000 kip

Use kilonewtons when:

  • International projects
  • SI unit compliance required
  • Scientific and academic work
  • Modern engineering software

Note: 1 tonf = 2 kips = ~9 kN. Many US engineers are fluent in all three units.

Convert US ton-force to other force units ā†’

Conversion Table: Ounce-force to US Ton-force

Ounce-force (ozf)US Ton-force (tonf)
0.50
10
1.50
20
50
100
250.001
500.002
1000.003
2500.008
5000.016
1,0000.031

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Can I convert US Ton-force back to Ounce-force?

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What are common uses for Ounce-force and US Ton-force?

Ounce-force and US Ton-force are both standard units used in force measurements. They are commonly used in various applications including engineering, construction, cooking, and scientific research. Browse our force converter for more conversion options.

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Last verified: December 3, 2025