Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to megapascal
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to megapascal [MPa], or Convert megapascal to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Megapascal
1 gf/cm^2 = 9.80665e-05 MPa
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to MPa:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 9.80665e-05 MPa = 0.0014709975 MPa
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Megapascal Conversion Table
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Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.
Megapascal
The megapascal (MPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one million pascals, where one pascal (Pa) is the pressure exerted by a force of one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The megapascal was introduced as part of the International System of Units (SI) to provide a convenient scale for measuring high pressures, especially in engineering and scientific applications, replacing larger units like the bar in many contexts.
Current Use
The MPa is widely used today in engineering, material science, and industrial applications to specify pressures in fields such as hydraulics, pneumatics, and structural engineering.