Pressure
bartokgf/m²
Convert bar (bar) to kilograms-force per square metre (kgf/m²).
Factor1 bar = 10197.16 kgf/m²
Converter
bar
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kgf/m²
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kgf/m² = bar × 10197.16
Multiply any value in bar by 10197.16 to obtain the value in kilograms-force per square metre.
Worked example
Convert 1 bar to kgf/m².
- 01Start with 1 bar.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 10197.16 = 10197.2 kgf/m².
Result1 bar = 10197.2 kgf/m²
Conversion table
| bar | kgf/m² |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10197 |
| 2 | 20394 |
| 5 | 50986 |
| 10 | 1.0197e+5 |
| 20 | 2.0394e+5 |
| 50 | 5.0986e+5 |
| 100 | 1.0197e+6 |
| 200 | 2.0394e+6 |
| 500 | 5.0986e+6 |
| 1000 | 1.0197e+7 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from bar to kgf/m²?
1 bar equals 10197.16 kgf/m². To convert, multiply the value in bar by 10197.16.
How do I convert 1 bar to kgf/m²?
1 bar = 10197.2 kgf/m². For any value, multiply by 10197.16.
How do I convert kgf/m² back to bar?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 9.80665e-5. So 1 kgf/m² = 9.80665e-5 bar.
When would I need to convert bar to kilogram-force per square metre?
Pressure conversions between bar and kgf/m² are common when working with mixed-vendor instrumentation, when piping codes use different units to process datasheets, or when converting field readings into SI for hydraulic calculations.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).