Samantha Nicole1 kilogram equals approximately 0.06852 slug.
This result comes from converting mass in kilograms, a metric unit, to slug, a unit used primarily in the Imperial system. The slug is larger than a kilogram, so the value in slugs is smaller when converting from kilograms.
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Result in slug:
Conversion Formula
To convert kilograms to slugs, you divide the mass value in kilograms by 14.5939. This factor comes from the relationship between mass units based on force and acceleration in Imperial units.
The formula is:
slug = kilogram ÷ 14.5939
This works because 1 slug is defined as the mass that accelerates by 1 ft/s² when a force of one pound-force (lbf) is applied. Since 1 kilogram equals 2.20462 pounds (mass), and gravity on Earth is about 32.174 ft/s², the conversion factor arises from these relationships.
Example:
Convert 1 kg to slug:
- Divide 1 by 14.5939
- 1 ÷ 14.5939 = 0.06852 slug
Conversion Example
- Convert 5 kg to slug:
- Divide 5 by 14.5939
- 5 ÷ 14.5939 = 0.3426 slug
- Convert 10 kg to slug:
- Divide 10 by 14.5939
- 10 ÷ 14.5939 = 0.6852 slug
- Convert 0.5 kg to slug:
- Divide 0.5 by 14.5939
- 0.5 ÷ 14.5939 = 0.03426 slug
- Convert 12.7 kg to slug:
- Divide 12.7 by 14.5939
- 12.7 ÷ 14.5939 ≈ 0.8700 slug
- Convert 3.2 kg to slug:
- Divide 3.2 by 14.5939
- 3.2 ÷ 14.5939 ≈ 0.2192 slug
Conversion Chart
| kg | slug |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -1.6436 |
| -20.0 | -1.3693 |
| -16.0 | -1.0950 |
| -12.0 | -0.8217 |
| -8.0 | -0.5475 |
| -4.0 | -0.2737 |
| 0.0 | 0.0000 |
| 4.0 | 0.2737 |
| 8.0 | 0.5475 |
| 12.0 | 0.8217 |
| 16.0 | 1.0950 |
| 20.0 | 1.3693 |
| 24.0 | 1.6436 |
| 26.0 | 1.7803 |
The chart shows how various kilogram values, including negatives, convert to slugs by dividing each kg value by 14.5939. You can find your kg value in the left column and read across to see the equivalent slug value on the right. Negative values represent masses in the opposite direction.
Related Conversion Questions
- How many slugs are there in 1 kilogram exactly?
- What is the formula to convert 1 kg to slug?
- Why is 1 kg less than 1 slug in mass units?
- Can I convert 1 kg to slug without a calculator?
- What is the difference between 1 kg and 1 slug in physics?
- How do weight and mass affect converting 1 kg to slug?
- Is 1 kg heavier or lighter than 1 slug?
Conversion Definitions
Kilogram (kg): A kilogram is the base unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI). It is defined by the mass of the International Prototype Kilogram, and is used worldwide for scientific, commercial, and everyday measurements. 1 kg equals 1000 grams.
Slug: A slug is a unit of mass in the Imperial system, primarily used in the United States. It represents the mass that accelerates by 1 foot per second squared when a force of one pound-force is applied. Slugs are larger than kilograms and often used in engineering and physics.
Conversion FAQs
Why does 1 kilogram convert to such a small number of slugs?
The slug is a much larger unit of mass compared to the kilogram, since it incorporates the acceleration due to gravity in its definition. When converting kilogram to slug, dividing by approximately 14.5939 scales down the value, making 1 kg equal about 0.06852 slug.
Is the conversion between kg and slug affected by location or gravity?
No, the conversion factor between kilograms and slugs is fixed, based on standard gravity (32.174 ft/s²). However, weight measurements can vary with local gravity, but mass conversions like kg to slug remains constant everywhere.
Can slugs be used in scientific contexts outside the US?
Slugs are not widely used outside the US or Imperial unit systems. Scientists prefer kilograms and other SI units for consistency. Slugs mostly appear in engineering fields where Imperial units are standard, such as aerospace or mechanical engineering in the US.
How precise is the conversion factor 14.5939?
The factor 14.5939 is precise to four decimal places and suffices for most engineering and physics calculations. If extremely high precision is needed, more decimal places can be used, but for general conversions, this value works well.
What tools can help convert kilograms to slugs quickly?
Besides manual calculation, online converters, calculator apps, and the provided JavaScript tool allow fast and accurate conversion from kg to slug. These tools reduce the chance of errors in the mathematical steps.
