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Torque Calculator
Calculate torque from force, lever arm, and angle.
Formula
Torque
Torque = force x lever arm x sin(angle)
100 N at 0.5 m and 90 degrees gives 50 N m.
FAQs
Why include angle?+
Only the perpendicular component of force creates torque.
What unit is torque?+
With newtons and meters, torque is in newton-meters.
How does the Torque Calculator calculate the result?+
It uses the Torque: Torque = force x lever arm x sin(angle). 100 N at 0.5 m and 90 degrees gives 50 N m.
What information do I need to use the Torque Calculator?+
Calculate torque from force, lever arm, and angle.
How accurate is the Torque Calculator?+
Torque Calculator applies the formula and assumptions shown on this page. Results may be rounded for readability, so verify changing rates, thresholds, medical guidance, or legal rules with the cited source or a qualified professional.
What should I check before using the Torque Calculator result?+
Check that the units, dates, rates, and assumptions match your situation. Change one input at a time to understand which values have the largest effect on the result.
Physics guide
How to use the Torque Calculator
Calculate torque from force, lever arm, and angle. The page also explains the torque and shows a practical example: 100 N at 0.5 m and 90 degrees gives 50 N m.
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Enter your details
Enter force, lever arm, and angle, then complete any other fields shown in the calculator.
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Check the calculation
Review the result alongside the torque: Torque = force x lever arm x sin(angle).
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Compare scenarios
Change one or more inputs to see how they affect the torque Calculator result before you use the estimate.
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