Dive into our precise conversion tool for transforming ton-force long per square inch measurements into the metric unit kN/m², presented by Newtum. Uncover the ease of use and accuracy that awaits!
A ton-force, or long ton-force, is a unit of force that traditionally represents the gravitational force exerted by one long ton (2,240 pounds or approximately 1,016 kilograms) under Earth's gravity. It is predominantly used in the United Kingdom and other countries that adopted the imperial system of units.
Definition of KilonewtonA kilonewton (kN) is a unit of force in the International System of Units (SI). It equals one thousand newtons, the SI base unit of force. One kilonewton is approximately equivalent to the force needed to accelerate a mass of 100 kilograms at a rate of one meter per second squared.
| Ton-force long/sq inch | kN/m² |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 1.37895 |
| 0.2 | 2.7579 |
| 0.3 | 4.13685 |
| 0.4 | 5.5158 |
| 0.5 | 6.89475 |
| 0.6 | 8.2737 |
| 0.7 | 9.65265 |
| 0.8 | 11.0316 |
| 0.9 | 12.41055 |
| 1.0 | 13.7895 |
Example 1:
Convert 0.5 ton-force long/sq inch to kN/m²:
0.5 ton-force long/sq inch = 0.5 × 13.7895 kN/m² = 6.89475 kN/m²
Example 2:
Convert 2 ton-force long/sq inch to kN/m²:
2 ton-force long/sq inch = 2 × 13.7895 kN/m² = 27.579 kN/m²
The conversion from ton-force long per square inch to kilonewton per square meter represents the evolution of engineering and scientific measurement systems from the imperial units, rooted in historical usage, to the modern metric system, which is based on universally accepted scientific standards.
Understanding practical scenarios where this conversion tool is essential can enhance your technical abilities and precision in various fields.
Example Conversion 1:
5 ton-force long/sq inch to kN/m²:
5 × 13.7895 = 68.9475 kN/m²
Example Conversion 2:
10 ton-force long/sq inch to kN/m²:
10 × 13.7895 = 137.895 kN/m²
What is a ton-force long per square inch?
A unit of pressure used in the imperial system, representing the force exerted by one long ton.
How does the converter work?
You input the value in ton-force long/sq inch, and the tool converts it to kN/m².
Why convert to kN/m²?
For consistency with the metric system, which is used globally in engineering and science.
