Convert kilogram-force/sq. millimeter to kilopascal
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. millimeter [kgf/mm^2] to kilopascal [kPa], or Convert kilopascal to kilogram-force/sq. millimeter.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Millimeter to Kilopascal
1 kgf/mm^2 = 9806.65 kPa
Example: convert 15 kgf/mm^2 to kPa:
15 kgf/mm^2 = 15 × 9806.65 kPa = 147099.75 kPa
Kilogram-Force/sq. Millimeter to Kilopascal Conversion Table
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Kilogram-Force/sq. Millimeter
Kilogram-force per square millimeter (kgf/mm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one kilogram-force applied over an area of one square millimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of kilogram-force, a gravitational force unit based on the kilogram, and was commonly used in engineering and material science to measure pressure before the adoption of SI units. Its usage has declined with the standardization of the pascal (Pa).
Current Use
Today, kgf/mm² is still used in some engineering fields, especially in material strength and pressure measurements, but it is largely replaced by SI units like the pascal (Pa) or megapascals (MPa).
Kilopascal
The kilopascal (kPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 1,000 pascals, where one pascal is defined as one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The kilopascal was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring pressure, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, replacing larger units like the bar in many applications.
Current Use
The kilopascal is widely used today in various fields such as meteorology, engineering, and physics to measure pressure, including tire pressure, blood pressure, and atmospheric pressure.