Stress
kPatoPa
Convert kilopascals (stress) (kPa) to pascals (stress) (Pa).
Factor1 kPa = 1000 Pa
Converter
kPa
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
Pa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
Pa = kPa × 1000
Multiply any value in kilopascals (stress) by 1000 to obtain the value in pascals (stress).
Worked example
Convert 1 kPa to Pa.
- 01Start with 1 kPa.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 1000 = 1000 Pa.
Result1 kPa = 1000 Pa
Conversion table
| kPa | Pa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1000 |
| 2 | 2000 |
| 5 | 5000 |
| 10 | 10000 |
| 20 | 20000 |
| 50 | 50000 |
| 100 | 1.0000e+5 |
| 200 | 2.0000e+5 |
| 500 | 5.0000e+5 |
| 1000 | 1.0000e+6 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from kPa to Pa?
1 kPa equals 1000 Pa. To convert, multiply the value in kilopascals (stress) by 1000.
How do I convert 1 kPa to Pa?
1 kPa = 1000 Pa. For any value, multiply by 1000.
How do I convert Pa back to kPa?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.001. So 1 Pa = 0.001 kPa.
When would I need to convert kilopascal (stress) to pascal (stress)?
Stress conversions between kPa and Pa are routine in mechanics-of-materials work: yield, ultimate and allowable-stress specification, Young's-modulus tables and structural-design code calculations. MPa and N/mm² dominate ISO and European datasheets, psi and ksi dominate US structural codes, and kgf/cm² and kgf/mm² appear in legacy JIS and heavy-engineering documentation. Stress is the same physical dimension as pressure but a different engineering quantity — this category is mechanics-of-materials, not process pressure.
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).