Pressure
kPatombar
Convert kilopascals (kPa) to millibars (mbar).
Factor1 kPa = 10 mbar
Converter
kPa
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
mbar
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
mbar = kPa × 10
Multiply any value in kilopascals by 10 to obtain the value in millibars.
Worked example
Convert 100 kPa to mbar.
- 01Start with 100 kPa.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 100 × 10 = 1000 mbar.
Result100 kPa = 1000 mbar
Conversion table
| kPa | mbar |
|---|---|
| 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 mbar?
1 kPa equals 10 mbar. To convert, multiply the value in kilopascals by 10.
How do I convert 1 kPa to mbar?
1 kPa = 10 mbar. For any value, multiply by 10.
How do I convert mbar back to kPa?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.1. So 1 mbar = 0.1 kPa.
When would I need to convert kilopascal to millibar?
Pressure conversions between kPa and mbar 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).