Convert pound-force/square inch to kilogram-force/sq. cm
Please provide values below to convert pound-force/square inch [lbf/in^2] to kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2], or Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to pound-force/square inch.
1 lbf/in^2 = 0.0703069579316 kgf/cm^2. To convert pound-force/square inch to kilogram-force/sq. cm, multiply the value by 0.0703069579316; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kgf/cm^2 = 14.2233433137 lbf/in^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 lbf/in^2 = 0.0703069579316 kgf/cm^2
- 1 kgf/cm^2 = 14.2233433137 lbf/in^2
- 10 lbf/in^2 = 0.703069579316 kgf/cm^2
- 100 lbf/in^2 = 7.03069579316 kgf/cm^2
How to Convert Pound-Force/square Inch to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm
1 lbf/in^2 = 0.0703069579316076 kgf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 lbf/in^2 to kgf/cm^2:
15 lbf/in^2 = 15 × 0.0703069579316076 kgf/cm^2 = 1.05460436897411 kgf/cm^2
Pound-Force/square Inch to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm Conversion Table
| pound-force/square inch | kilogram-force/sq. cm |
|---|---|
| 1 lbf/in^2 | 0.0703069579316 kgf/cm^2 |
| 2 lbf/in^2 | 0.140613915863 kgf/cm^2 |
| 3 lbf/in^2 | 0.210920873795 kgf/cm^2 |
| 5 lbf/in^2 | 0.351534789658 kgf/cm^2 |
| 10 lbf/in^2 | 0.703069579316 kgf/cm^2 |
| 20 lbf/in^2 | 1.40613915863 kgf/cm^2 |
| 50 lbf/in^2 | 3.51534789658 kgf/cm^2 |
| 100 lbf/in^2 | 7.03069579316 kgf/cm^2 |
| 500 lbf/in^2 | 35.1534789658 kgf/cm^2 |
| 1000 lbf/in^2 | 70.3069579316 kgf/cm^2 |
Pound-Force/square Inch
Pound-force per square inch (lbf/in^2) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one pound-force applied over an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the Imperial system and became widely used in the United States for measuring pressure, especially in engineering and tire pressure contexts.
Current Use
Today, lbf/in^2, commonly known as psi, is still used in various fields such as automotive, aerospace, and industrial applications to measure 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 pound-force/square inch in kilogram-force/sq. cm?
1 pound-force/square inch (lbf/in^2) = 0.0703069579316 kilogram-force/sq. cm (kgf/cm^2).
How do you convert pound-force/square inch to kilogram-force/sq. cm?
Multiply the pound-force/square inch value by 0.0703069579316. For example, 25 lbf/in^2 × 0.0703069579316 = 1.75767394829 kgf/cm^2.
What is 10 pound-force/square inch in kilogram-force/sq. cm?
10 lbf/in^2 = 0.703069579316 kgf/cm^2.
Which unit is larger, the pound-force/square inch or the kilogram-force/sq. cm?
The kilogram-force/sq. cm is the larger unit: 1 lbf/in^2 equals only 0.0703069579316 kgf/cm^2.