Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to newton/square millimeter
Please provide values below to convert kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2] to newton/square millimeter [N/mm^2], or Convert newton/square millimeter to kilogram-force/sq. cm.
How to Convert Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Newton/square Millimeter
1 kgf/cm^2 = 0.0980665 N/mm^2
Example: convert 15 kgf/cm^2 to N/mm^2:
15 kgf/cm^2 = 15 × 0.0980665 N/mm^2 = 1.4709975 N/mm^2
Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm to Newton/square Millimeter Conversion Table
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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.
Newton/square Millimeter
Newton per square millimeter (N/mm²) is a unit of pressure or stress, representing the force of one newton applied over an area of one square millimeter.
History/Origin
The unit derives from the SI base unit newton for force and the millimeter for area, commonly used in engineering and material science to measure stress and pressure. It has been in use since the adoption of the SI system, with increased application in fields requiring precise measurement of high pressures.
Current Use
N/mm² is widely used in engineering, material science, and construction to specify material strength, stress, and pressure levels, especially in contexts where high precision is required, such as in the specification of tensile strength and pressure ratings.