Convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot to ksi
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (short)/sq. foot [tonf (US)/ft^2] to ksi [ksi], or Convert ksi to ton-force (short)/sq. foot.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Ksi
1 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 0.0138888888951739 ksi
Example: convert 15 tonf (US)/ft^2 to ksi:
15 tonf (US)/ft^2 = 15 × 0.0138888888951739 ksi = 0.208333333427608 ksi
Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot to Ksi Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Short)/sq. Foot
Ton-force per square foot (tonf/ft²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square foot.
History/Origin
The ton-force per square foot originated from the use of the ton-force as a unit of force in the Imperial system, primarily in engineering and construction contexts, to measure pressure or stress levels. Its usage has declined with the adoption of SI units but remains relevant in specific industries.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square foot is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by SI units such as pascals. It may still be encountered in legacy systems or specific regional applications related to structural and material stress assessments.
Ksi
Ksi (kilopound per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing thousands of pounds-force per square inch.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the imperial system, primarily used in the United States for measuring pressure in engineering and industrial contexts, especially in the oil and gas industries.
Current Use
Ksi is still used today in engineering, construction, and manufacturing to specify material strength, pressure ratings, and structural specifications, particularly in the United States.