Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to ton-force (short)/sq. foot
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2], or Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
1 kgf/cm^2 = 1.02408071811979 tonf (US)/ft^2
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to tonf (US)/ft^2:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 1.02408071811979 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15.3612107717969 tonf (US)/ft^2
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot 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.
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
Ton-force per square foot (tonf/ft²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square foot.
History/Origin
The ton-force per square foot originated from the use of the ton-force as a unit of force in the Imperial system, primarily in engineering and construction contexts, to measure pressure or stress levels. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in specific industries.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units such as pascals. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications related to structural and material stress assessments.