Stress
ksitoPa
Convert kilopounds-force per square inch (stress) (ksi) to pascals (stress) (Pa).
Factor1 ksi = 6894757 Pa
Converter
ksi
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
Pa
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
Pa = ksi × 6894757
Multiply any value in kilopounds-force per square inch (stress) by 6894757 to obtain the value in pascals (stress).
Worked example
Convert 1 ksi to Pa.
- 01Start with 1 ksi.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 6894757 = 6.89476e+6 Pa.
Result1 ksi = 6.89476e+6 Pa
Conversion table
| ksi | Pa |
|---|---|
| 1 | 6.8948e+6 |
| 2 | 1.379e+7 |
| 5 | 3.4474e+7 |
| 10 | 6.8948e+7 |
| 20 | 1.379e+8 |
| 50 | 3.4474e+8 |
| 100 | 6.8948e+8 |
| 200 | 1.379e+9 |
| 500 | 3.4474e+9 |
| 1000 | 6.8948e+9 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from ksi to Pa?
1 ksi equals 6894757 Pa. To convert, multiply the value in kilopounds-force per square inch (stress) by 6894757.
How do I convert 1 ksi to Pa?
1 ksi = 6.89476e+6 Pa. For any value, multiply by 6894757.
How do I convert Pa back to ksi?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 1.450377e-7. So 1 Pa = 1.45038e-7 ksi.
When would I need to convert kilopound-force per square inch (stress) to pascal (stress)?
Stress conversions between ksi 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).