Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to psi
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to psi [psi], or Convert psi to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Psi
1 gf/cm^2 = 0.0142233433136556 psi
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to psi:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 0.0142233433136556 psi = 0.213350149704835 psi
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Psi 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.
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.