Convert megapascal to Standard atmosphere
Please provide values below to convert megapascal [MPa] to Standard atmosphere [atm], or Convert Standard atmosphere to megapascal.
How to Convert Megapascal to Standard Atmosphere
1 MPa = 9.86923266716013 atm
Example: convert 15 MPa to atm:
15 MPa = 15 × 9.86923266716013 atm = 148.038490007402 atm
Megapascal to Standard Atmosphere Conversion Table
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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.
Standard Atmosphere
The standard atmosphere (atm) is a unit of pressure defined as 101,325 pascals, representing the average atmospheric pressure at sea level.
History/Origin
The standard atmosphere was established in the early 20th century to provide a consistent reference for pressure measurements, based on the average atmospheric pressure at sea level under standard conditions.
Current Use
The atm is commonly used in fields such as meteorology, aviation, and engineering to express pressure, especially in contexts involving gases and atmospheric conditions.