Convert millibar to kilogram-force/sq. cm
Please provide values below to convert millibar [mbar] to kilogram-force/sq. cm [kgf/cm^2], or Convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to millibar.
How to Convert Millibar to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm
1 mbar = 0.00101971621297793 kgf/cm^2
Example: convert 15 mbar to kgf/cm^2:
15 mbar = 15 × 0.00101971621297793 kgf/cm^2 = 0.0152957431946689 kgf/cm^2
Millibar to Kilogram-Force/sq. Cm Conversion Table
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Millibar
A millibar (mbar) is a unit of pressure measurement equal to one-thousandth of a bar, commonly used in meteorology to measure atmospheric pressure.
History/Origin
The millibar was introduced in the early 20th century as a convenient unit for meteorological measurements, replacing the bar in many applications due to its smaller size. It became widely adopted in weather reporting and atmospheric studies.
Current Use
Today, the millibar is still used in meteorology and atmospheric sciences to report atmospheric pressure, although it is gradually being replaced by the Pascal (Pa) in scientific contexts. It remains a standard unit in weather forecasts and reports.
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.