Torque Calculator
Calculate torque from force, lever arm and angle.
τ = rF sin(θ)
Torque
16.9 N·m
N
m
°
Torque is the rotational
effect produced by a force about a pivot.
Only the component of the force perpendicular to the lever contributes to torque.
Only the component of the force perpendicular to the lever contributes to torque.
How torque is calculated
Torque is calculated using:
τ = rF sin(θ)
τ
Torque, measured in newton-metres (N·m or N m), is the rotational equivalent of linear force, representing the twisting or turning effect applied to an object around a specific axis or pivot point.
r
Distance from the pivot to where the force is applied. The SI unit is the metre (m)
F
Applied force at distance r from the pivot. The SI unit is newtons (N).