Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to centimeter mercury (0°C)
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to centimeter mercury (0°C) [cmHg], or Convert centimeter mercury (0°C) to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
1 kgf/cm^2 = 73.5559137566 cmHg. To convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to centimeter mercury (0°C), multiply the value by 73.5559137566; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cmHg = 0.0135950999577 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 = 73.5559137566 cmHg
- 1 cmHg = 0.0135950999577 kgf/cm^2
- 10 kgf/cm^2 = 735.559137566 cmHg
- 100 kgf/cm^2 = 7355.59137566 cmHg
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Centimeter Mercury (0°c)
1 kgf/cm^2 = 73.5559137566296 cmHg
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to cmHg:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 73.5559137566296 cmHg = 1103.33870634944 cmHg
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Centimeter Mercury (0°c) Conversion Table
| kilogram-force/sq. cm | centimeter mercury (0°C) |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf/cm^2 | 73.5559137566 cmHg |
| 2 kgf/cm^2 | 147.111827513 cmHg |
| 3 kgf/cm^2 | 220.66774127 cmHg |
| 5 kgf/cm^2 | 367.779568783 cmHg |
| 10 kgf/cm^2 | 735.559137566 cmHg |
| 20 kgf/cm^2 | 1471.11827513 cmHg |
| 50 kgf/cm^2 | 3677.79568783 cmHg |
| 100 kgf/cm^2 | 7355.59137566 cmHg |
| 500 kgf/cm^2 | 36777.9568783 cmHg |
| 1000 kgf/cm^2 | 73555.9137566 cmHg |
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.
Centimeter Mercury (0°c)
Centimeter mercury (0°C) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the pressure exerted by a one-centimeter column of mercury at 0°C.
History/Origin
The centimeter mercury was historically used in barometry and pressure measurements before the adoption of the pascal. It originated from the use of mercury columns in barometers to measure atmospheric pressure, with the unit reflecting the height of the mercury column.
Current Use
Today, the centimeter mercury is largely obsolete and replaced by SI units like the pascal. However, it is still used in some medical and historical contexts to measure blood pressure and atmospheric pressure in certain regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilogram-force/sq. cm in centimeter mercury (0°C)?
1 kilogram-force/sq. cm (kgf/cm^2) = 73.5559137566 centimeter mercury (0°C) (cmHg).
How do you convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to centimeter mercury (0°C)?
Multiply the kilogram-force/sq. cm value by 73.5559137566. For example, 25 kgf/cm^2 × 73.5559137566 = 1838.89784392 cmHg.
What is 10 kilogram-force/sq. cm in centimeter mercury (0°C)?
10 kgf/cm^2 = 735.559137566 cmHg.
Which unit is larger, the kilogram-force/sq. cm or the centimeter mercury (0°C)?
The kilogram-force/sq. cm is the larger unit: 1 kgf/cm^2 = 73.5559137566 cmHg.