Convert newton/square millimeter to kilopascal
Please provide values below to convert newton/square millimeter [N/mm^2] to kilopascal [kPa], or Convert kilopascal to newton/square millimeter.
How to Convert Newton/square Millimeter to Kilopascal
1 N/mm^2 = 1000 kPa
Example: convert 15 N/mm^2 to kPa:
15 N/mm^2 = 15 × 1000 kPa = 15000 kPa
Newton/square Millimeter to Kilopascal Conversion Table
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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.
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.