Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to megapascal
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2] to megapascal [MPa], or Convert megapascal to ton-force (short)/sq. foot.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Megapascal
1 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 0.09576051796 MPa
Example: convert 15 tonf (US)/ft^2 to MPa:
15 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15 × 0.09576051796 MPa = 1.4364077694 MPa
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Megapascal Conversion Table
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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.
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.