Convert gigapascal to psi
Please provide values below to convert gigapascal [GPa] to psi [psi], or Convert psi to gigapascal.
1 GPa = 145037.737797 psi. To convert gigapascal to psi, multiply the value by 145037.737797; to go the other way, divide by it (1 psi = 6.89475729e-06 GPa). Both units measure pressure and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 GPa = 145037.737797 psi
- 1 psi = 6.89475729e-06 GPa
- 10 GPa = 1450377.37797 psi
- 100 GPa = 14503773.7797 psi
How to Convert Gigapascal to Psi
1 GPa = 145037.737796859 psi
Example: convert 15 GPa to psi:
15 GPa = 15 × 145037.737796859 psi = 2175566.06695288 psi
Gigapascal to Psi Conversion Table
| gigapascal | psi |
|---|---|
| 1 GPa | 145037.737797 psi |
| 2 GPa | 290075.475594 psi |
| 3 GPa | 435113.213391 psi |
| 5 GPa | 725188.688984 psi |
| 10 GPa | 1450377.37797 psi |
| 20 GPa | 2900754.75594 psi |
| 50 GPa | 7251886.88984 psi |
| 100 GPa | 14503773.7797 psi |
| 500 GPa | 72518868.8984 psi |
| 1000 GPa | 145037737.797 psi |
Gigapascal
A gigapascal (GPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one billion pascals, where one pascal (Pa) is the force of one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The gigapascal was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to measure high-pressure phenomena, especially in materials science and geophysics, as a larger unit than the pascal for convenience.
Current Use
GPa is commonly used to quantify stress, pressure in geological formations, material strength, and high-pressure physics applications.
Psi
Psi (pounds per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the force of one pound applied to an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The psi originated in the United States as a customary unit of pressure, commonly used in engineering and industrial applications. It became standardized with the development of the imperial system of units.
Current Use
Psi is widely used today in various fields such as automotive tire pressure, plumbing, and industrial pressure measurements, especially in the United States and other countries using imperial units.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 gigapascal in psi?
1 gigapascal (GPa) = 145037.737797 psi (psi).
How do you convert gigapascal to psi?
Multiply the gigapascal value by 145037.737797. For example, 25 GPa × 145037.737797 = 3625943.44492 psi.
What is 10 gigapascal in psi?
10 GPa = 1450377.37797 psi.
Which unit is larger, the gigapascal or the psi?
The gigapascal is the larger unit: 1 GPa = 145037.737797 psi.