What is a hectopascal used for?

A hectopascal is a metric pressure unit commonly used in meteorology to express atmospheric pressure, such as surface pressure on weather maps and aviation altimeter settings.

Why convert hectopascal to kilogram-force per square centimeter?

Conversion is useful to translate atmospheric pressure measurements into units used in older or regional engineering standards for hydraulic and mechanical pressure specifications.

Is kilogram-force per square centimeter an SI unit?

No, kilogram-force per square centimeter is a non-SI unit that represents pressure based on force applied per area but may cause inconsistencies in scientific use.

How to Convert from Hectopascal [hPa] to Kilogram-force/sq. cm?

Learn how to convert pressure values from hectopascal (hPa), commonly used in meteorology, to kilogram-force per square centimeter (kgf/cm²), a unit still used in certain engineering applications.

Hectopascal [hPa]

Kilogram-force/sq. cm

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Hectopascal [hPa] to Kilogram-force/sq. cm Conversion Table

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What Is This Tool?

This unit conversion tool helps you convert pressure measurements from hectopascal (hPa), a metric unit often used for atmospheric pressure, to kilogram-force per square centimeter (kgf/cm²), a non-SI unit applied mainly in hydraulic and mechanical engineering contexts.

How to Use This Tool?

Enter the pressure value in hectopascal (hPa) into the input field
Select the appropriate units: 'hectopascal [hPa]' as the source and 'kilogram-force/sq. cm' as the target
Click the convert button to see the equivalent pressure in kilogram-force per square centimeter
Use the converted result for engineering, meteorological, or industrial applications

Key Features

Converts pressure values from hectopascal to kilogram-force per square centimeter
Provides straightforward input and output for quick conversion
Supports conversion relevant to meteorology and industrial engineering
Browser-based and easy to use without any installation

Examples

500 hPa converts to approximately 0.51 kgf/cm²
1013 hPa converts to about 1.03 kgf/cm²

Common Use Cases

Expressing surface pressure values on weather maps and forecasts
Using altimeter settings and flight planning in aviation briefings
Calibrating barometric sensors in atmospheric research
Specifying hydraulic pressures in engineering documentation
Interpreting ratings on pumps, compressors, and pressure gauges
Referring to technical data sheets and maintenance manuals for industrial equipment

Tips & Best Practices

Double-check units before conversion to avoid mistakes
Remember the kilogram-force per square centimeter is a non-SI unit and may cause inconsistency in scientific contexts
Use this conversion mainly when working with legacy data or regional engineering standards
Consider using pascals or bars for modern engineering measurements when possible

Limitations

Kilogram-force per square centimeter is a non-SI unit, which might lead to confusion in scientific communications
Conversion precision can be affected due to rounding between metric and non-metric units
Modern engineering increasingly adopts SI units, reducing the use of kgf/cm²
This tool does not support units outside hectopascal and kilogram-force per square centimeter

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a hectopascal used for?: A hectopascal is a metric pressure unit commonly used in meteorology to express atmospheric pressure, such as surface pressure on weather maps and aviation altimeter settings.
Why convert hectopascal to kilogram-force per square centimeter?: Conversion is useful to translate atmospheric pressure measurements into units used in older or regional engineering standards for hydraulic and mechanical pressure specifications.
Is kilogram-force per square centimeter an SI unit?: No, kilogram-force per square centimeter is a non-SI unit that represents pressure based on force applied per area but may cause inconsistencies in scientific use.

Key Terminology

Hectopascal (hPa): A metric pressure unit equal to 100 pascals, commonly used in meteorology to measure atmospheric pressure.
Kilogram-force per square centimeter (kgf/cm²): A non-SI unit of pressure representing the force of one kilogram-force applied over one square centimeter.
Pascal (Pa): The SI unit of pressure defined as one newton per square meter.

Quick Knowledge Check

What does 1 hectopascal equal in pascals?

10 pascals

100 pascals

1000 pascals

In which field is hectopascal most commonly used?

Mechanical engineering

Meteorology

Electrical engineering

Which statement about kilogram-force per square centimeter is correct?

It is an SI unit

It is used mainly in older or regional engineering contexts

It equals exactly 100 pascals

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