Kilograms to Slugs Converter Calculator

Kilograms (kg) Enter mass in kilograms. Negative values are not physical and will show a warning.

Slugs (slug) Enter mass in slugs. Editing either field updates the other automatically.

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Constant 1 slug = 14.5939029372 kg 1 kg = 0.0685217659 slugs

How the conversion works

The slug is the coherent unit of mass in the foot–pound–second system. The relationship to the kilogram is fixed by definition:


Given 1 slug = 14.5939029372 kg

kg → slugs:  slugs = kg × 0.0685217659
slugs → kg:  kg = slugs × 14.5939029372

This tool lets you choose decimal precision and rounding mode, and optionally format results using scientific notation for very small or large values.

FAQs

What is a slug in practical terms?

A slug is the mass that accelerates at one foot per second squared when acted on by one pound of force. It is used in some engineering and physics contexts.

Why do results differ from other websites?

Small differences arise from using different constants or rounding settings. This tool uses 1 slug = 14.5939029372 kg with selectable rounding and precision.

Can I convert from slugs back to kilograms?

Yes. Type in the slugs field and the kilograms field updates automatically. You can also toggle rounding and scientific notation to match your needs.

How many decimal places should I use?

For most tasks 3 to 5 decimal places are sufficient. Use more for scientific work or when you need to minimize rounding error during intermediate steps.

Does this account for local gravity?

No. This is a pure unit conversion between defined mass units. Local gravitational acceleration affects weight measurements but not the mass conversion factor.

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