Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to ton-force (long)/square foot
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to ton-force (long)/square foot [tonf (UK)/ft^2], or Convert ton-force (long)/square foot to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.914357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2. To convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to ton-force (long)/square foot, multiply the value by 0.914357784165; to go the other way, divide by it (1 tonf (UK)/ft^2 = 1.09366379039 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 = 0.914357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2
- 1 tonf (UK)/ft^2 = 1.09366379039 kgf/cm^2
- 10 kgf/cm^2 = 9.14357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2
- 100 kgf/cm^2 = 91.4357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Ton-Force (Long)/square Foot
1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.914357784165113 tonf (UK)/ft^2
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to tonf (UK)/ft^2:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 0.914357784165113 tonf (UK)/ft^2 = 13.7153667624767 tonf (UK)/ft^2
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Ton-Force (Long)/square Foot Conversion Table
| kilogram-force/sq. cm | ton-force (long)/square foot |
|---|---|
| 1 kgf/cm^2 | 0.914357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 2 kgf/cm^2 | 1.82871556833 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 3 kgf/cm^2 | 2.7430733525 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 5 kgf/cm^2 | 4.57178892083 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 10 kgf/cm^2 | 9.14357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 20 kgf/cm^2 | 18.2871556833 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 50 kgf/cm^2 | 45.7178892083 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 100 kgf/cm^2 | 91.4357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 500 kgf/cm^2 | 457.178892083 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
| 1000 kgf/cm^2 | 914.357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2 |
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.
Ton-Force (Long)/square Foot
Ton-force (long) per square foot is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one long ton (2,240 pounds) distributed over one square foot.
History/Origin
This unit originated in the UK as a practical measure for engineering and industrial applications, combining the long ton (used primarily in the UK) with square foot to measure pressure in contexts such as structural and mechanical engineering.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units like pascals. It may still appear in historical data, specialized fields, or regional contexts within the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilogram-force/sq. cm in ton-force (long)/square foot?
1 kilogram-force/sq. cm (kgf/cm^2) = 0.914357784165 ton-force (long)/square foot (tonf (UK)/ft^2).
How do you convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to ton-force (long)/square foot?
Multiply the kilogram-force/sq. cm value by 0.914357784165. For example, 25 kgf/cm^2 × 0.914357784165 = 22.8589446041 tonf (UK)/ft^2.
What is 10 kilogram-force/sq. cm in ton-force (long)/square foot?
10 kgf/cm^2 = 9.14357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2.
Which unit is larger, the kilogram-force/sq. cm or the ton-force (long)/square foot?
The ton-force (long)/square foot is the larger unit: 1 kgf/cm^2 equals only 0.914357784165 tonf (UK)/ft^2.