Pressure
kgf/cm²toMPa
Convert kilograms-force per square centimetre (kgf/cm²) to megapascals (MPa).
Factor1 kgf/cm² = 0.0980665 MPa
Converter
kgf/cm²
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
MPa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
MPa = kgf/cm² × 0.0980665
Multiply any value in kilograms-force per square centimetre by 0.0980665 to obtain the value in megapascals.
Worked example
Convert 10 kgf/cm² to MPa.
- 01Start with 10 kgf/cm².
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 0.0980665 = 0.980665 MPa.
Result10 kgf/cm² = 0.980665 MPa
Conversion table
| kgf/cm² | MPa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.098067 |
| 2 | 0.19613 |
| 5 | 0.49033 |
| 10 | 0.98067 |
| 20 | 1.9613 |
| 50 | 4.9033 |
| 100 | 9.8066 |
| 200 | 19.613 |
| 500 | 49.033 |
| 1000 | 98.067 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kgf/cm² to MPa?
1 kgf/cm² equals 0.0980665 MPa. To convert, multiply the value in kilograms-force per square centimetre by 0.0980665.
How do I convert 1 kgf/cm² to MPa?
1 kgf/cm² = 0.0980665 MPa. For any value, multiply by 0.0980665.
How do I convert MPa back to kgf/cm²?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 10.19716. So 1 MPa = 10.1972 kgf/cm².
When would I need to convert kilogram-force per square centimetre to megapascal?
Pressure conversions between kgf/cm² and MPa 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).