Convert nanopascal to ksi
Please provide values below to convert nanopascal [nPa] to ksi [ksi], or Convert ksi to nanopascal.
How to Convert Nanopascal to Ksi
1 nPa = 1.45037737796859e-16 ksi
Example: convert 15 nPa to ksi:
15 nPa = 15 × 1.45037737796859e-16 ksi = 2.17556606695288e-15 ksi
Nanopascal to Ksi Conversion Table
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Nanopascal
The nanopascal (nPa) is a unit of pressure equal to one billionth of a pascal, where 1 nPa = 10^-9 Pa.
History/Origin
The nanopascal was introduced as part of the SI unit system's extension to accommodate very small pressure measurements, primarily in scientific research involving micro- and nanoscale phenomena.
Current Use
Nanopascals are used in high-precision scientific applications such as atmospheric pressure measurements, microfluidics, and nanotechnology research where extremely low pressure differences need to be quantified.
Ksi
Ksi (kilopound per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing thousands of pounds-force per square inch.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the imperial system, primarily used in the United States for measuring pressure in engineering and industrial contexts, especially in the oil and gas industries.
Current Use
Ksi is still used today in engineering, construction, and manufacturing to specify material strength, pressure ratings, and structural specifications, particularly in the United States.