Pressure
mbartokPa
Convert millibars (mbar) to kilopascals (kPa).
Factor1 mbar = 0.1 kPa
Converter
mbar
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
kPa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
kPa = mbar × 0.1
Multiply any value in millibars by 0.1 to obtain the value in kilopascals.
Worked example
Convert 1000 mbar to kPa.
- 01Start with 1000 mbar.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1000 × 0.1 = 100 kPa.
Result1000 mbar = 100 kPa
Conversion table
| mbar | kPa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.1 |
| 2 | 0.2 |
| 5 | 0.5 |
| 10 | 1 |
| 20 | 2 |
| 50 | 5 |
| 100 | 10 |
| 200 | 20 |
| 500 | 50 |
| 1000 | 100 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from mbar to kPa?
1 mbar equals 0.1 kPa. To convert, multiply the value in millibars by 0.1.
How do I convert 1 mbar to kPa?
1 mbar = 0.1 kPa. For any value, multiply by 0.1.
How do I convert kPa back to mbar?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 10. So 1 kPa = 10 mbar.
When would I need to convert millibar to kilopascal?
Pressure conversions between mbar and kPa 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).