Lever Calculator

Lever Calculator

Compute load force and mechanical advantage from effort and arm lengths.

2026-05-06T10:07:27.901Z

Results

Load Force (N)

400.00 N

Equivalent Mass: 40.79 kg

Mechanical Advantage

4.00

Formula

F₁ × d₁ = F₂ × d₂

The Law of the Lever equates the moments about the fulcrum. Mechanical advantage = d₁ / d₂.

How to use

Enter effort force and arm lengths. The calculator shows load force and mechanical advantage automatically.

Example

Effort 100 N at 2 m vs load arm 0.5 m → Load ≈ 400 N, MA = 4.

FAQs

Q: Does direction matter? A: This computes scalar magnitudes assuming perpendicular forces. Q: Units? A: Use consistent SI units.

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