G-Force Calculator
Calculate centrifugal G-force (RCF - Relative Centrifugal Force) from rotational speed and radius. Used for centrifuges, separators, rotating drums, and any spinning equipment.
Radius from center of rotation to the sample or material
1,510
G
Centrifugal Force
Very High G-Force
Acceleration
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Tangential Velocity
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Angular Velocity
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Frequency
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G-Force Reference by Application
| Application | Typical G-Force |
|---|---|
| Vibrating Screens | 3 – 8 G |
| Hydrocyclones | 10 – 20 G |
| Basket Centrifuges | 300 – 800 G |
| Decanter Centrifuges | 500 – 4,000 G |
| Disc Centrifuges | 5,000 – 15,000 G |
| Lab Centrifuges | 3,000 – 30,000 G |
| Ultracentrifuges | 100,000 – 1,000,000 G |
Formulas
G = (RPM)² × r × 1.118 × 10⁻⁵
Quick formula when r is in cm
G = ω²r / g = (4π²n²r) / g
General formula: ω = angular velocity (rad/s), n = frequency (Hz), g = 9.81 m/s²
RPM = √(G × 89,456 / r)
Reverse calculation when r is in cm