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Convert Bar to Kilopascal and more • 57 conversions

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Convert Bar to Kilopascal (bar to kPa)

Convert Bar to Kilopascals (kPa). This implies a straightforward decimal shift in the metric system. The bar is widely used because it is almost exactly equal to atmospheric pressure on Earth, while the kilopascal is the preferred SI unit for scientific reporting.

Conversion Formula
kPa = bar × 100

Multiply the bar value by 100. For example, 2.5 bar × 100 = 250 kPa.

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Bar (bar)

Definition

A metric unit of pressure defined as exactly 100,000 pascals.

Origins & History

Introduced by the Norwegian meteorologist Vilhelm Bjerknes in 1909. Derived from the Greek 'baros' (weight).

Current Use: Standard for atmospheric pressure in meteorology reports and industrial gauges.
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Kilopascal (kPa)

Definition

One thousand pascals. A derived unit of the International System of Units (SI).

Origins & History

Named after Blaise Pascal, a French mathematician and physicist.

Current Use: Standard in tire pressure labeling (alongside PSI) and scientific data.

📐Conversion Formula

= × 1.00000

How to Convert

To convert to , multiply the value by 1.00000. This conversion factor represents the ratio between these two units.

Quick Examples

1
=
1.000
10
=
10.00
100
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100.0

💡 Pro Tip: For the reverse conversion (), divide by the conversion factor instead of multiplying.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert to ?

To convert to , multiply your value by 1. For example, 10 equals 10 .

What is the formula for to conversion?

The formula is: = × 1. This conversion factor is based on international standards.

Is this to converter accurate?

Yes! MetricConv uses internationally standardized conversion factors from organizations like NIST and ISO. Our calculations support up to 15 decimal places of precision, making it suitable for scientific, engineering, and everyday calculations.

Can I convert back to ?

Absolutely! You can use the swap button (⇄) in the converter above to reverse the conversion direction, or visit our to converter.

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