Convert psi to gram-force/sq. centimeter
Please provide values below to convert psi [psi] to gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2], or Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to psi.
1 psi = 70.3069579316 gf/cm^2. To convert psi to gram-force/sq. centimeter, multiply the value by 70.3069579316; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gf/cm^2 = 0.0142233433137 psi). Both units measure pressure and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 psi = 70.3069579316 gf/cm^2
- 1 gf/cm^2 = 0.0142233433137 psi
- 10 psi = 703.069579316 gf/cm^2
- 100 psi = 7030.69579316 gf/cm^2
How to Convert Psi to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
1 psi = 70.3069579316076 gf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 psi to gf/cm^2:
15 psi = 15 × 70.3069579316076 gf/cm^2 = 1054.60436897411 gf/cm^2
Psi to Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter Conversion Table
| psi | gram-force/sq. centimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 psi | 70.3069579316 gf/cm^2 |
| 2 psi | 140.613915863 gf/cm^2 |
| 3 psi | 210.920873795 gf/cm^2 |
| 5 psi | 351.534789658 gf/cm^2 |
| 10 psi | 703.069579316 gf/cm^2 |
| 20 psi | 1406.13915863 gf/cm^2 |
| 50 psi | 3515.34789658 gf/cm^2 |
| 100 psi | 7030.69579316 gf/cm^2 |
| 500 psi | 35153.4789658 gf/cm^2 |
| 1000 psi | 70306.9579316 gf/cm^2 |
Psi
Psi (pounds per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing the force of one pound applied to an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The psi originated in the United States as a customary unit of pressure, commonly used in engineering and industrial applications. It became standardized with the development of the imperial system of units.
Current Use
Psi is widely used today in various fields such as automotive tire pressure, plumbing, and industrial pressure measurements, especially in the United States and other countries using imperial units.
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 psi in gram-force/sq. centimeter?
1 psi (psi) = 70.3069579316 gram-force/sq. centimeter (gf/cm^2).
How do you convert psi to gram-force/sq. centimeter?
Multiply the psi value by 70.3069579316. For example, 25 psi × 70.3069579316 = 1757.67394829 gf/cm^2.
What is 10 psi in gram-force/sq. centimeter?
10 psi = 703.069579316 gf/cm^2.
Which unit is larger, the psi or the gram-force/sq. centimeter?
The psi is the larger unit: 1 psi = 70.3069579316 gf/cm^2.