Torque is a measure of the force that can cause an object to rotate about an axis.

How does angle affect torque?

Torque is maximized when the force is applied perpendicular (90°) to the lever arm. No torque is produced if the force is parallel.

Torque is measured in Newton-meters (N⋅m).

Torque Calculator

Calculate rotational force (Torque) given Force, Distance, and Angle.

Force (F)

Lever Arm Distance (r)

Angle (θ)

degrees

Current Angle: 90°

Torque (τ)

—N⋅m

Physics Formulas

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Use

What it calculates

This torque computes physics quantities using established scientific equations. Rotational force (moment).

When to use it

Use for coursework, lab work, and engineering estimates where quick accurate results are needed.

Example

Adjust the inputs above to model your specific scenario with the Torque.

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