Convert ton-force (long)/square inch to ksi
Please provide values below to convert ton-force (long)/square inch [tonf (UK)/in^2] to ksi [ksi], or Convert ksi to ton-force (long)/square inch.
How to Convert Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch to Ksi
1 tonf (UK)/in^2 = 2.24000000150839 ksi
Example: convert 15 tonf (UK)/in^2 to ksi:
15 tonf (UK)/in^2 = 15 × 2.24000000150839 ksi = 33.6000000226259 ksi
Ton-Force (Long)/square Inch to Ksi 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 It has been used historically in engineering and pressure measurements but has largely been replaced by SI units.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.
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.