Pressure
kPatokgf/cm²
Convert kilopascals (kPa) to kilograms-force per square centimetre (kgf/cm²).
Factor1 kPa = 0.01019716 kgf/cm²
Converter
kPa
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kgf/cm²
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kgf/cm² = kPa × 0.01019716
Multiply any value in kilopascals by 0.01019716 to obtain the value in kilograms-force per square centimetre.
Worked example
Convert 100 kPa to kgf/cm².
- 01Start with 100 kPa.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 0.01019716 = 1.01972 kgf/cm².
Result100 kPa = 1.01972 kgf/cm²
Conversion table
| kPa | kgf/cm² |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.010197 |
| 2 | 0.020394 |
| 5 | 0.050986 |
| 10 | 0.10197 |
| 20 | 0.20394 |
| 50 | 0.50986 |
| 100 | 1.0197 |
| 200 | 2.0394 |
| 500 | 5.0986 |
| 1000 | 10.197 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kPa to kgf/cm²?
1 kPa equals 0.01019716 kgf/cm². To convert, multiply the value in kilopascals by 0.01019716.
How do I convert 1 kPa to kgf/cm²?
1 kPa = 0.0101972 kgf/cm². For any value, multiply by 0.01019716.
How do I convert kgf/cm² back to kPa?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 98.0665. So 1 kgf/cm² = 98.0665 kPa.
When would I need to convert kilopascal to kilogram-force per square centimetre?
Pressure conversions between kPa and kgf/cm² 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).