Pressure
kgf/m²tobar
Convert kilograms-force per square metre (kgf/m²) to bar (bar).
Factor1 kgf/m² = 9.80665e-5 bar
Converter
kgf/m²
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
bar
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
bar = kgf/m² × 9.80665e-5
Multiply any value in kilograms-force per square metre by 9.80665e-5 to obtain the value in bar.
Worked example
Convert 10000 kgf/m² to bar.
- 01Start with 10000 kgf/m².
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10000 × 9.80665e-5 = 0.980665 bar.
Result10000 kgf/m² = 0.980665 bar
Conversion table
| kgf/m² | bar |
|---|---|
| 1 | 9.8067e-5 |
| 2 | 0.00019613 |
| 5 | 0.00049033 |
| 10 | 0.00098066 |
| 20 | 0.0019613 |
| 50 | 0.0049033 |
| 100 | 0.0098067 |
| 200 | 0.019613 |
| 500 | 0.049033 |
| 1000 | 0.098067 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kgf/m² to bar?
1 kgf/m² equals 9.80665e-5 bar. To convert, multiply the value in kilograms-force per square metre by 9.80665e-5.
How do I convert 1 kgf/m² to bar?
1 kgf/m² = 9.80665e-5 bar. For any value, multiply by 9.80665e-5.
How do I convert bar back to kgf/m²?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 10197.16. So 1 bar = 10197.2 kgf/m².
When would I need to convert kilogram-force per square metre to bar?
Pressure conversions between kgf/m² and bar 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).