Convert ton-force (short)/sq. inch to kilogram-force/sq. cm
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short)/sq. inch [tonf (US)/in^2] to kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2], or Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to ton-force (short)/sq. inch.
1 tonf (US)/in^2 = 140.613915924 kgf/cm^2. To convert ton-force (short)/sq. inch to kilogram-force/sq. cm, multiply the value by 140.613915924; to go the other way, divide by it (1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.00711167165373 tonf (US)/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 tonf (US)/in^2 = 140.613915924 kgf/cm^2
- 1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.00711167165373 tonf (US)/in^2
- 10 tonf (US)/in^2 = 1406.13915924 kgf/cm^2
- 100 tonf (US)/in^2 = 14061.3915924 kgf/cm^2
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Inch to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm
1 tonf (US)/in^2 = 140.613915924398 kgf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 tonf (US)/in^2 to kgf/cm^2:
15 tonf (US)/in^2 = 15 × 140.613915924398 kgf/cm^2 = 2109.20873886597 kgf/cm^2
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Inch to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm Conversion Table
| ton-force (short)/sq. inch | kilogram-force/sq. cm |
|---|---|
| 1 tonf (US)/in^2 | 140.613915924 kgf/cm^2 |
| 2 tonf (US)/in^2 | 281.227831849 kgf/cm^2 |
| 3 tonf (US)/in^2 | 421.841747773 kgf/cm^2 |
| 5 tonf (US)/in^2 | 703.069579622 kgf/cm^2 |
| 10 tonf (US)/in^2 | 1406.13915924 kgf/cm^2 |
| 20 tonf (US)/in^2 | 2812.27831849 kgf/cm^2 |
| 50 tonf (US)/in^2 | 7030.69579622 kgf/cm^2 |
| 100 tonf (US)/in^2 | 14061.3915924 kgf/cm^2 |
| 500 tonf (US)/in^2 | 70306.9579622 kgf/cm^2 |
| 1000 tonf (US)/in^2 | 140613.915924 kgf/cm^2 |
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Inch
Ton-force per square inch (tonf/in^2) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The ton-force per square inch originated from the use of the ton-force as a unit of force in the Imperial system, primarily for measuring pressure in engineering and industrial contexts. It has been used historically in fields such as material testing and hydraulic systems.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square inch is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by the more standard unit of pressure, the pound per square inch (psi). It may still appear in legacy documents or specific industrial applications where imperial units are preferred.
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 ton-force (short)/sq. inch in kilogram-force/sq. cm?
1 ton-force (short)/sq. inch (tonf (US)/in^2) = 140.613915924 kilogram-force/sq. cm (kgf/cm^2).
How do you convert ton-force (short)/sq. inch to kilogram-force/sq. cm?
Multiply the ton-force (short)/sq. inch value by 140.613915924. For example, 25 tonf (US)/in^2 × 140.613915924 = 3515.34789811 kgf/cm^2.
What is 10 ton-force (short)/sq. inch in kilogram-force/sq. cm?
10 tonf (US)/in^2 = 1406.13915924 kgf/cm^2.
Which unit is larger, the ton-force (short)/sq. inch or the kilogram-force/sq. cm?
The ton-force (short)/sq. inch is the larger unit: 1 tonf (US)/in^2 = 140.613915924 kgf/cm^2.