Pressure
kPatohPa
Convert kilopascals (kPa) to hectopascals (hPa).
Factor1 kPa = 10 hPa
Converter
kPa
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
hPa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
hPa = kPa × 10
Multiply any value in kilopascals by 10 to obtain the value in hectopascals.
Worked example
Convert 1 kPa to hPa.
- 01Start with 1 kPa.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 10 = 10 hPa.
Result1 kPa = 10 hPa
Conversion table
| kPa | hPa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10 |
| 2 | 20 |
| 5 | 50 |
| 10 | 100 |
| 20 | 200 |
| 50 | 500 |
| 100 | 1000 |
| 200 | 2000 |
| 500 | 5000 |
| 1000 | 10000 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kPa to hPa?
1 kPa equals 10 hPa. To convert, multiply the value in kilopascals by 10.
How do I convert 1 kPa to hPa?
1 kPa = 10 hPa. For any value, multiply by 10.
How do I convert hPa back to kPa?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.1. So 1 hPa = 0.1 kPa.
When would I need to convert kilopascal to hectopascal?
Pressure conversions between kPa 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).