Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to ksi
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to ksi [ksi], or Convert ksi to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Ksi
1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.0142233433136556 ksi
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to ksi:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 0.0142233433136556 ksi = 0.213350149704835 ksi
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Ksi Conversion Table
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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.
Ksi
Ksi (kilopound per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing thousands of pounds-force per square inch.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the imperial system, primarily used in the United States for measuring pressure in engineering and industrial contexts, especially in the oil and gas industries.
Current Use
Ksi is still used today in engineering, construction, and manufacturing to specify material strength, pressure ratings, and structural specifications, particularly in the United States.