Convert micropascal to kilogram-force/sq. cm
Please provide values below to convert micropascal [µPa] to kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2], or Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to micropascal.
How to Convert Micropascal to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm
1 µPa = 1.01971621297793e-11 kgf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 µPa to kgf/cm^2:
15 µPa = 15 × 1.01971621297793e-11 kgf/cm^2 = 1.52957431946689e-10 kgf/cm^2
Micropascal to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm Conversion Table
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Micropascal
The micropascal (µPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one millionth of a pascal, used to measure very low pressures.
History/Origin
The micropascal was introduced as part of the SI unit system to quantify extremely small pressure values, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, though it is rarely used in practical applications.
Current Use
The micropascal is primarily used in scientific research, acoustics, and environmental monitoring where precise measurement of very low pressures is required.
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm
Kilogram-force per square centimeter (kgf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force of one kilogram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of the kilogram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gravitational force on a kilogram, and was commonly used in engineering and physics before the widespread adoption of the Pascal. It was particularly prevalent in countries using the metric system for pressure measurements.
Current Use
Although largely replaced by the Pascal (Pa) in scientific contexts, kgf/cm² is still used in some industries such as hydraulics, pneumatics, and engineering to express pressure, especially in regions or applications where traditional units persist.