Pressure
kgf/mm²toMPa
Convert kilograms-force per square millimetre (kgf/mm²) to megapascals (MPa).
Factor1 kgf/mm² = 9.80665 MPa
Converter
kgf/mm²
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
MPa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
MPa = kgf/mm² × 9.80665
Multiply any value in kilograms-force per square millimetre by 9.80665 to obtain the value in megapascals.
Worked example
Convert 1 kgf/mm² to MPa.
- 01Start with 1 kgf/mm².
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 9.80665 = 9.80665 MPa.
Result1 kgf/mm² = 9.80665 MPa
Conversion table
| kgf/mm² | MPa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 9.8066 |
| 2 | 19.613 |
| 5 | 49.033 |
| 10 | 98.067 |
| 20 | 196.13 |
| 50 | 490.33 |
| 100 | 980.66 |
| 200 | 1961.3 |
| 500 | 4903.3 |
| 1000 | 9806.6 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kgf/mm² to MPa?
1 kgf/mm² equals 9.80665 MPa. To convert, multiply the value in kilograms-force per square millimetre by 9.80665.
How do I convert 1 kgf/mm² to MPa?
1 kgf/mm² = 9.80665 MPa. For any value, multiply by 9.80665.
How do I convert MPa back to kgf/mm²?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.1019716. So 1 MPa = 0.101972 kgf/mm².
When would I need to convert kilogram-force per square millimetre to megapascal?
Pressure conversions between kgf/mm² 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).