Pressure
kgf/cm²tohPa
Convert kilograms-force per square centimetre (kgf/cm²) to hectopascals (hPa).
Factor1 kgf/cm² = 980.665 hPa
Converter
kgf/cm²
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
hPa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
hPa = kgf/cm² × 980.665
Multiply any value in kilograms-force per square centimetre by 980.665 to obtain the value in hectopascals.
Worked example
Convert 1 kgf/cm² to hPa.
- 01Start with 1 kgf/cm².
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 980.665 = 980.665 hPa.
Result1 kgf/cm² = 980.665 hPa
Conversion table
| kgf/cm² | hPa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 980.66 |
| 2 | 1961.3 |
| 5 | 4903.3 |
| 10 | 9806.6 |
| 20 | 19613 |
| 50 | 49033 |
| 100 | 98067 |
| 200 | 1.9613e+5 |
| 500 | 4.9033e+5 |
| 1000 | 9.8067e+5 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kgf/cm² to hPa?
1 kgf/cm² equals 980.665 hPa. To convert, multiply the value in kilograms-force per square centimetre by 980.665.
How do I convert 1 kgf/cm² to hPa?
1 kgf/cm² = 980.665 hPa. For any value, multiply by 980.665.
How do I convert hPa back to kgf/cm²?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.001019716. So 1 hPa = 0.00101972 kgf/cm².
When would I need to convert kilogram-force per square centimetre to hectopascal?
Pressure conversions between kgf/cm² and hPa 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).