What is atmosphere technical [at]?

It is a non-SI pressure unit equivalent to one kilogram-force per square centimetre, defined as 98,066.5 pascals.

Why convert atmosphere technical [at] to kilopascal [kPa]?

To modernize and standardize legacy pressure data for compatibility with current engineering and scientific applications that commonly use SI units.

Is atmosphere technical [at] the same as standard atmosphere?

No, atmosphere technical [at] is approximately 0.96784 of the standard atmosphere and they represent different pressure values.

How to Convert from Atmosphere technical [at] to Kilopascal [kPa]

Learn the straightforward method to convert pressure values from atmosphere technical [at], a legacy unit, to the modern SI unit kilopascal [kPa] used in engineering and scientific applications.

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What Is This Tool?

This tool provides an easy way to transform pressure measurements from atmosphere technical [at], a historical non-SI unit, into kilopascal [kPa], a standard SI unit widely applied in various fields such as engineering, meteorology, and laboratory testing.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the pressure measurement in atmosphere technical [at]
Select atmosphere technical [at] as the from-unit
Choose kilopascal [kPa] as the to-unit
Click the convert button to see the equivalent pressure in kPa
Use the results to understand or update pressure values expressed in legacy units

Key Features

Converts pressure values from atmosphere technical [at] to kilopascal [kPa]
Based on the official conversion rate: 1 at = 98.0665 kPa
Suitable for updating legacy pressure data to modern standards
Browser-based, requiring no software installation
Supports clear and precise unit conversions in engineering contexts

Examples

Convert 2 atmosphere technical [at]: 2 × 98.0665 = 196.133 kPa
Convert 0.5 atmosphere technical [at]: 0.5 × 98.0665 = 49.03325 kPa

Common Use Cases

Interpreting older engineering and industrial pressure specifications
Converting historical pressure data from kgf/cm² to SI units
Comparing legacy pressure readings in technical literature with current measurements
Updating pressure ratings on legacy equipment or drawings to modern units
Applying pressure data in HVAC, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pressure vessel contexts

Tips & Best Practices

Always use exact conversion factors to maintain accuracy
Confirm the unit type to avoid confusion with standard atmosphere units
Use SI units like kilopascal [kPa] for regulatory compliance and compatibility
Ensure legacy data is clearly marked when converting and documenting values
Keep track of the original units to support traceability and validation

Limitations

Atmosphere technical [at] is a legacy, non-SI unit and may be unacceptable in modern standards
Conversion accuracy may suffer if rounding is applied
Confusion can occur if atmosphere technical is mistaken for the standard atmosphere unit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is atmosphere technical [at]?: It is a non-SI pressure unit equivalent to one kilogram-force per square centimetre, defined as 98,066.5 pascals.
Why convert atmosphere technical [at] to kilopascal [kPa]?: To modernize and standardize legacy pressure data for compatibility with current engineering and scientific applications that commonly use SI units.
Is atmosphere technical [at] the same as standard atmosphere?: No, atmosphere technical [at] is approximately 0.96784 of the standard atmosphere and they represent different pressure values.

Key Terminology

Atmosphere technical [at]: A legacy non-SI unit of pressure defined as one kilogram-force per square centimetre, equal to 98,066.5 pascals.
Kilopascal [kPa]: A derived SI unit of pressure equal to 1,000 pascals, used to quantify force applied per unit area.
Conversion factor: A numerical value used to convert a measurement from one unit to another, such as 1 at = 98.0665 kPa.

Quick Knowledge Check

What is the conversion factor from atmosphere technical [at] to kilopascal [kPa]?

1 at = 100 kPa

1 at = 98.0665 kPa

1 at = 101.325 kPa

Why might you convert atmosphere technical units to kilopascal?

To measure temperature instead of pressure

To update legacy pressure readings to modern SI standards

To express pressure in non-scientific units

Which unit is a derived SI unit of pressure commonly used in engineering?

Atmosphere technical [at]

Kilopascal [kPa]

Kilogram-force per square centimetre

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