About the Force Calculator

Solve for force, mass, or acceleration using Newton's second law, F = ma.

What it is

Newton's second law relates force, mass, and acceleration: F = ma. Enter any two known values and this tool solves for the third automatically. A net-force mode extends this to problems where several forces act on an object along one axis โ€” sum them, then solve for the resulting acceleration.

Features

Solve for F, m, or a

Enter any two known quantities to solve for the third.

Unit conversion

Mix newtons/pounds-force, kilograms/pounds, and m/sยฒ/ft/sยฒ/g-force freely.

Net-force summation mode

Add multiple signed forces along one axis before solving for acceleration.

Step-by-step working

Every result shows the formula and substitution with your actual values.

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Free, no sign-up required.

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