Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to bar
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to bar [bar], or Convert bar to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.980665 bar. To convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to bar, multiply the value by 0.980665; to go the other way, divide by it (1 bar = 1.01971621298 kgf/cm^2). Both units measure pressure and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.980665 bar
- 1 bar = 1.01971621298 kgf/cm^2
- 10 kgf/cm^2 = 9.80665 bar
- 100 kgf/cm^2 = 98.0665 bar
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Bar
1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.980665 bar
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to bar:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 0.980665 bar = 14.709975 bar
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Bar Conversion Table
| kilogram-force/sq. cm | bar |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf/cm^2 | 0.980665 bar |
| 2 kgf/cm^2 | 1.96133 bar |
| 3 kgf/cm^2 | 2.941995 bar |
| 5 kgf/cm^2 | 4.903325 bar |
| 10 kgf/cm^2 | 9.80665 bar |
| 20 kgf/cm^2 | 19.6133 bar |
| 50 kgf/cm^2 | 49.03325 bar |
| 100 kgf/cm^2 | 98.0665 bar |
| 500 kgf/cm^2 | 490.3325 bar |
| 1000 kgf/cm^2 | 980.665 bar |
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm
Kilogram-force per square centimeter (kgf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one kilogram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of the kilogram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gravitational force on a kilogram, and was commonly used in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the Pascal. It was particularly prevalent in countries using the metric system for pressure measurements.
Current Use
Although largely replaced by the Pascal (Pa) in scientific contexts, kgf/cm² is still used in some industries such as hydraulics, pneumatics, and engineering to express pressure, especially in regions or applications where traditional units persist.
Bar
The bar is a unit of pressure equal to 100,000 pascals, roughly the atmospheric pressure at sea level.
History/Origin
The bar was introduced in 1909 by the British engineering community as a convenient unit for measuring pressure, especially in meteorology and engineering contexts.
Current Use
The bar is widely used in meteorology, engineering, and industrial applications to measure pressure, although the pascal is the SI base unit. It is also common in tire pressure measurements and other pressure-related fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilogram-force/sq. cm in bar?
1 kilogram-force/sq. cm (kgf/cm^2) = 0.980665 bar (bar).
How do you convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to bar?
Multiply the kilogram-force/sq. cm value by 0.980665. For example, 25 kgf/cm^2 × 0.980665 = 24.516625 bar.
What is 10 kilogram-force/sq. cm in bar?
10 kgf/cm^2 = 9.80665 bar.
Which unit is larger, the kilogram-force/sq. cm or the bar?
The bar is the larger unit: 1 kgf/cm^2 equals only 0.980665 bar.