Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to pascal
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to pascal [Pa], or Convert pascal to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Pascal
1 kgf/cm^2 = 98066.5 Pa
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to Pa:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 98066.5 Pa = 1470997.5 Pa
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Pascal 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.
Pascal
The pascal (Pa) is the SI derived unit of pressure, defined as one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
Named after Blaise Pascal, the pascal was adopted as the SI unit of pressure in 1971, replacing earlier units like the bar and atmosphere.
Current Use
The pascal is widely used in science, engineering, and meteorology to measure pressure, with common applications including atmospheric pressure, tire pressure, and fluid pressure in systems.