Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to centipascal
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to centipascal [cPa], or Convert centipascal to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Centipascal
1 gf/cm^2 = 9806.65 cPa
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to cPa:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 9806.65 cPa = 147099.75 cPa
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Centipascal Conversion Table
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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.
Centipascal
The centipascal (cPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one hundredth of a pascal, where 1 pascal (Pa) is the SI unit of pressure defined as one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The centipascal was introduced as a smaller unit of pressure for more precise measurements, particularly in scientific and engineering contexts, although it is not widely used in practice. It derives from the pascal, the SI base unit established in 1960.
Current Use
The centipascal is rarely used in modern applications; pressure measurements typically utilize pascals or larger units such as kilopascals. It may appear in specialized scientific literature or calibration contexts where fine pressure distinctions are necessary.