Pressure
bartokPa
Convert bar (bar) to kilopascals (kPa).
Factor1 bar = 100 kPa
Converter
bar
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kPa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kPa = bar × 100
Multiply any value in bar by 100 to obtain the value in kilopascals.
Worked example
Convert 5 bar to kPa.
- 01Start with 5 bar.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 × 100 = 500 kPa.
Result5 bar = 500 kPa
Conversion table
| bar | kPa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 200 |
| 5 | 500 |
| 10 | 1000 |
| 20 | 2000 |
| 50 | 5000 |
| 100 | 10000 |
| 200 | 20000 |
| 500 | 50000 |
| 1000 | 1.0000e+5 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from bar to kPa?
1 bar equals 100 kPa. To convert, multiply the value in bar by 100.
How do I convert 1 bar to kPa?
1 bar = 100 kPa. For any value, multiply by 100.
How do I convert kPa back to bar?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.01. So 1 kPa = 0.01 bar.
When would I need to convert bar to kilopascal?
Pressure conversions between bar and kPa 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?
Yes. Both bar and kPa are defined by exact SI relationships, so the displayed factor is exact (any rounding shown is only for display).