Convert ton-force (long)/square inch to kilopascal
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (long)/square inch [tonf (UK)/in^2] to kilopascal [kPa], or Convert kilopascal to ton-force (long)/square inch.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch to Kilopascal
1 tonf (UK)/in^2 = 15444.25634 kPa
Example: convert 15 tonf (UK)/in^2 to kPa:
15 tonf (UK)/in^2 = 15 × 15444.25634 kPa = 231663.8451 kPa
Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch to Kilopascal Conversion Table
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Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch
Ton-force per square inch (tonf/in²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one ton-force distributed over an area of one square inch.
History/Origin
The ton-force (long) originated from the imperial system of units used in the UK, where it was defined as the force exerted by a long ton (2,240 pounds) under standard gravity. It has been used historically in engineering and pressure measurements but has largely been replaced by SI units.
Current Use
Today, ton-force per square inch is rarely used in modern engineering, having been largely replaced by pascals (Pa) or pounds per square inch (psi). It may still appear in legacy systems or specific industrial contexts in the UK.
Kilopascal
The kilopascal (kPa) is a unit of pressure equal to 1,000 pascals, where one pascal is defined as one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The kilopascal was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring pressure, especially in scientific and engineering contexts, replacing larger units like the bar in many applications.
Current Use
The kilopascal is widely used today in various fields such as meteorology, engineering, and physics to measure pressure, including tire pressure, blood pressure, and atmospheric pressure.