Convert kilopascal to kilogram-force/sq. cm
Please provide values below to convert kilopascal [kPa] to kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2], or Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to kilopascal.
1 kPa = 0.0101971621298 kgf/cm^2. To convert kilopascal to kilogram-force/sq. cm, multiply the value by 0.0101971621298; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kgf/cm^2 = 98.0665 kPa). Both units measure pressure and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 kPa = 0.0101971621298 kgf/cm^2
- 1 kgf/cm^2 = 98.0665 kPa
- 10 kPa = 0.101971621298 kgf/cm^2
- 100 kPa = 1.01971621298 kgf/cm^2
How to Convert Kilopascal to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm
1 kPa = 0.0101971621297793 kgf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 kPa to kgf/cm^2:
15 kPa = 15 × 0.0101971621297793 kgf/cm^2 = 0.152957431946689 kgf/cm^2
Kilopascal to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm Conversion Table
| kilopascal | kilogram-force/sq. cm |
|---|---|
| 1 kPa | 0.0101971621298 kgf/cm^2 |
| 2 kPa | 0.0203943242596 kgf/cm^2 |
| 3 kPa | 0.0305914863893 kgf/cm^2 |
| 5 kPa | 0.0509858106489 kgf/cm^2 |
| 10 kPa | 0.101971621298 kgf/cm^2 |
| 20 kPa | 0.203943242596 kgf/cm^2 |
| 50 kPa | 0.509858106489 kgf/cm^2 |
| 100 kPa | 1.01971621298 kgf/cm^2 |
| 500 kPa | 5.09858106489 kgf/cm^2 |
| 1000 kPa | 10.1971621298 kgf/cm^2 |
Kilopascal
The kilopascal (kPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 1,000 pascals, where one pascal is defined as one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The kilopascal was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring pressure, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, replacing larger units like the bar in many applications.
Current Use
The kilopascal is widely used today in various fields such as meteorology, engineering, and physics to measure pressure, including tire pressure, blood pressure, and atmospheric pressure.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilopascal in kilogram-force/sq. cm?
1 kilopascal (kPa) = 0.0101971621298 kilogram-force/sq. cm (kgf/cm^2).
How do you convert kilopascal to kilogram-force/sq. cm?
Multiply the kilopascal value by 0.0101971621298. For example, 25 kPa × 0.0101971621298 = 0.254929053244 kgf/cm^2.
What is 10 kilopascal in kilogram-force/sq. cm?
10 kPa = 0.101971621298 kgf/cm^2.
Which unit is larger, the kilopascal or the kilogram-force/sq. cm?
The kilogram-force/sq. cm is the larger unit: 1 kPa equals only 0.0101971621298 kgf/cm^2.