Kilopascal To Pound-force per square inch Converter

(kPa to psi converter)

Convert Kilopascal to Pound-force per square inch (psi)


Seamlessly Convert Pressure Units: Your kPa to psi Solutions


(Last Updated On: 2024-05-06)

This intuitive kPa to psi converter, brought to you by Newtum, effortlessly translates Kilopascals into Pound-force per square inch, making unit conversion a breeze for engineers and students alike.

What are Kilopascal and Pound-force per square inch

Definition of Kilopascal

A kilopascal (kPa) is a unit of pressure in the metric system. It is equivalent to one thousand pascals, where a pascal is the pressure of one newton per square meter. The kilopascal is commonly used in engineering and physics to measure small levels of pressure, such as the stress on materials or the atmospheric pressure changes.

Definition of Pound-force per square inch

Pound-force per square inch (psi) is a unit of pressure in the imperial system of units. It measures the force of one pound-force applied to an area of one square inch. Psi is widely used in various applications, such as measuring tire pressure, mechanical stress within materials, and the pressure in hydraulic systems.

Kilopascal to Pound-force per square inch Conversion Table

Kilopascal (kPa) Pound-force per square inch (psi)
20 kPa 2.9 psi
40 kPa 5.8 psi
60 kPa 8.7 psi
80 kPa 11.6 psi
100 kPa 14.5 psi
120 kPa 17.4 psi
140 kPa 20.3 psi
160 kPa 23.2 psi
180 kPa 26.1 psi
200 kPa 29.0 psi

Conversion of Kilopascal to Pound-force per square inch

1 kPa = 0.145038 psi
1 psi = 6.89476 kPa

Example 1:
convert 100 kPa to psi:
100 kPa = 100 × 0.145038 psi ≈ 14.5038 psi

Example 2:
convert 250 kPa to psi:
250 kPa = 250 × 0.145038 psi ≈ 36.2595 psi

History of Kilopascal and Pound-force per square inch

The Kilopascal to Pound-force per square inch converter has its roots in the need to bridge two measurement systems. Initially, industries and sciences developed independently, using either the metric or imperial systems. The converter emerged as a vital tool for standardizing measurements across disciplines, facilitating international trade, engineering, and scientific research.

How to use Kilopascal to Pound-force per square inch Converter

Real Life Applications of Kilopascal to Pound-force per square inch

Discover the practicality of the kPa to psi converter as it plays a crucial role in various real-world applications, from industrial processes to daily measurements.

Solved Examples kPa to psi

Example 1:
To convert 150 kPa to psi:
150 kPa × 0.145038 = 21.7557 psi

Example 2:
To convert 85 kPa to psi:
85 kPa × 0.145038 = 12.32823 psi

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is a Kilopascal to Pound-force per square inch Converter?

A1: It's a tool that converts pressure values from kilopascals to pounds-force per square inch.

Q2: Is the kPa to psi converter free to use?

A2: Yes, it is free to use for all users.

Q3: How accurate is the kPa to psi conversion?

A3: The converter provides highly accurate conversions using standard conversion factors.