Convert newton/square meter to kilopascal
Please provide values below to convert newton/square meter [N/m^2] to kilopascal [kPa], or Convert kilopascal to newton/square meter.
How to Convert Newton/square Meter to Kilopascal
1 N/m^2 = 0.001 kPa
Example: convert 15 N/m^2 to kPa:
15 N/m^2 = 15 × 0.001 kPa = 0.015 kPa
Newton/square Meter to Kilopascal Conversion Table
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Newton/square Meter
The newton per square meter (N/m²) is the SI derived unit of pressure, representing the force of one newton applied over an area of one square meter.
History/Origin
The unit was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, replacing earlier units like the pascal, which is now the standard SI unit for pressure.
Current Use
N/m², or pascals (Pa), is widely used in science, engineering, and meteorology to measure pressure, stress, and related quantities.
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.