Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to megapascal
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to megapascal [MPa], or Convert megapascal to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Megapascal
1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.0980665 MPa
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to MPa:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 0.0980665 MPa = 1.4709975 MPa
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Megapascal 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.
Megapascal
The megapascal (MPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one million pascals, where one pascal (Pa) is the pressure exerted by a force of one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The megapascal was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to provide a convenient scale for measuring high pressures, especially in engineering and scientific applications, replacing larger units like the bar in many contexts.
Current Use
The MPa is widely used today in engineering, material science, and industrial applications to specify pressures in fields such as hydraulics, pneumatics, and structural engineering.