Convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Pounds per Square Inch
Instantly convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) to Pounds per Square Inch (psi) with our free online calculator.
Formula: kgf/cm² to psi — multiply by 14.2233
Reference Table
| Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) | Pounds per Square Inch (psi) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 14.2233 |
| 5 | 71.1167 |
| 10 | 142.233 |
| 25 | 355.584 |
| 50 | 711.167 |
| 100 | 1422.33 |
How to Convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Pounds per Square Inch
Formula
To convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) to Pounds per Square Inch (psi): multiply by 14.2233
Step-by-Step
- Start with your value in Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²).
- Multiply by 14.2233 to perform the conversion.
- The result is your value expressed in Pounds per Square Inch (psi).
Conversion Factor
1 kgf/cm² = 14.2233 psi
Reverse Factor
1 psi = 0.070307 kgf/cm²
Worked Example
Convert 25 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Pounds per Square Inch: 25 kgf/cm² = 355.584 psi
About Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter (kgf/cm²)
A legacy metric unit of pressure equal to one kilogram-force applied over one square centimeter, formally defined as exactly 98,066.5 Pa (using the standard acceleration of gravity g₀ = 9.80665 m/s² per CIPM Resolution 2, 1901). This is the "technical atmosphere" (symbol at) and is roughly equivalent to one standard atmosphere or one bar — but not exactly. Although superseded by SI-proper units (pascal, megapascal) under ISO 80000-4, kgf/cm² persists on industrial gauges in Japan, Korea, and parts of Eastern Europe; on older industrial machinery; on legacy pressure-vessel drawings (where the implicit assumption of g = 9.80665 m/s² matters); on tire-pressure data tables in some markets; and in older engineering textbooks. Engineers updating legacy documentation should be careful: the technical atmosphere (98,066.5 Pa) is NOT the same as the standard atmosphere (101,325 Pa). Converting kgf/cm² to MPa is divide by 10.197 (a clean approximation: ÷10.2); to psi is multiply by 14.223.
About Pound per Square Inch (psi)
An imperial unit of pressure equal to one pound-force applied over one square inch (exactly 6,894.757 Pa per NIST SP 811). PSI is the dominant US pressure unit and remains the working unit in most US-built industrial, automotive, and consumer equipment: passenger-car tire inflation (32-35 psi cold), compressed air shop systems (typically 100-150 psi), hydraulic equipment (1,500-3,000 psi mobile, up to 10,000 psi on press brakes), ammunition chamber pressures (SAAMI specs in psi), municipal potable water supply (~40-80 psi at the meter), and natural gas distribution pressures. US engineering textbooks and the ASME B31 pipe codes, API piping specifications, and AWWA waterworks standards quote allowable pressures in psi. Engineers should distinguish gauge psi (psig — pressure above atmospheric) from absolute psi (psia — pressure above perfect vacuum); 0 psig = 14.696 psia at sea level. 1 psi = 6.895 kPa = 0.0689 bar = 51.715 mmHg.
Quick Facts
- 1 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter equals 14.2233 Pounds per Square Inch
- 1 Pound per Square Inch equals 0.070307 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters
- Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter is a unit of pressure
- Pound per Square Inch is a unit of pressure
- This conversion is commonly used in tire inflation, weather reporting, scuba diving, and engineering
- The Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter belongs to the metric system
- The Pound per Square Inch belongs to the imperial system
Common Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter to Pound per Square Inch Conversions
| Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters (kgf/cm²) | Pounds per Square Inch (psi) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 1.42233 |
| 0.5 | 7.11167 |
| 1 | 14.2233 |
| 2 | 28.4467 |
| 5 | 71.1167 |
| 10 | 142.233 |
| 14.696 | 209.026 |
| 15 | 213.35 |
| 20 | 284.467 |
| 25 | 355.584 |
| 50 | 711.167 |
| 100 | 1422.33 |
| 150 | 2133.5 |
| 200 | 2844.67 |
| 500 | 7111.67 |
| 1000 | 14223.3 |
Understanding Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters
The Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter (symbol: kgf/cm²) is a unit of pressure. A legacy metric unit of pressure equal to one kilogram-force applied over one square centimeter, formally defined as exactly 98,066.5 Pa (using the standard acceleration of gravity g₀ = 9.80665 m/s² per CIPM Resolution 2, 1901). This is the "technical atmosphere" (symbol at) and is roughly equivalent to one standard atmosphere or one bar — but not exactly. Although superseded by SI-proper units (pascal, megapascal) under ISO 80000-4, kgf/cm² persists on industrial gauges in Japan, Korea, and parts of Eastern Europe; on older industrial machinery; on legacy pressure-vessel drawings (where the implicit assumption of g = 9.80665 m/s² matters); on tire-pressure data tables in some markets; and in older engineering textbooks. Engineers updating legacy documentation should be careful: the technical atmosphere (98,066.5 Pa) is NOT the same as the standard atmosphere (101,325 Pa). Converting kgf/cm² to MPa is divide by 10.197 (a clean approximation: ÷10.2); to psi is multiply by 14.223.
It belongs to the metric measurement system.
Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters are commonly used in tire inflation, weather reporting, scuba diving, and engineering.
Understanding Pounds per Square Inch
The Pound per Square Inch (symbol: psi) is a unit of pressure. An imperial unit of pressure equal to one pound-force applied over one square inch (exactly 6,894.757 Pa per NIST SP 811). PSI is the dominant US pressure unit and remains the working unit in most US-built industrial, automotive, and consumer equipment: passenger-car tire inflation (32-35 psi cold), compressed air shop systems (typically 100-150 psi), hydraulic equipment (1,500-3,000 psi mobile, up to 10,000 psi on press brakes), ammunition chamber pressures (SAAMI specs in psi), municipal potable water supply (~40-80 psi at the meter), and natural gas distribution pressures. US engineering textbooks and the ASME B31 pipe codes, API piping specifications, and AWWA waterworks standards quote allowable pressures in psi. Engineers should distinguish gauge psi (psig — pressure above atmospheric) from absolute psi (psia — pressure above perfect vacuum); 0 psig = 14.696 psia at sea level. 1 psi = 6.895 kPa = 0.0689 bar = 51.715 mmHg.
It belongs to the imperial measurement system.
Pounds per Square Inch are commonly used in tire inflation, weather reporting, scuba diving, and engineering.
Why Convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Pounds per Square Inch?
Engineers, mechanics, and scientists frequently need to convert pressure between Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters and Pounds per Square Inch when working with different measurement standards. Tire pressure, blood pressure readings, weather barometric measurements, and industrial process specifications may all use different pressure units depending on the region or discipline. Reliable conversion prevents equipment misuse and ensures safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Pounds per Square Inch?
A legacy metric unit of pressure equal to one kilogram-force applied over one square centimeter, formally defined as exactly 98,066. To convert Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters to Pounds per Square Inch, multiply by 14.2233. For example, 25 kgf/cm² equals 355.584 psi.
How many Pounds per Square Inch are in 1 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter?
There are 14.2233 Pounds per Square Inch in 1 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter.
How many Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters are in 1 Pound per Square Inch?
There are 0.070307 Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters in 1 Pound per Square Inch.
What is the formula for Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter to Pound per Square Inch conversion?
The formula is: multiply by 14.2233. This means 1 kgf/cm² = 14.2233 psi.
Is a Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter bigger than a Pound per Square Inch?
No. One Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter is smaller than one Pound per Square Inch because 1 kgf/cm² equals 14.2233 psi, which is greater than 1.
When do you need to convert between Kilogram-force per Square Centimeters and Pounds per Square Inch?
An imperial unit of pressure equal to one pound-force applied over one square inch (exactly 6,894. Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter and Pound per Square Inch are both pressure units, so conversion comes up whenever one source of information uses one unit and another uses the other — a classic cross-reference challenge in engineering, trade, travel, and everyday life.