What Is This Tool?
This converter allows you to translate pressure measurements from kilogram-force per square centimeter, a non-SI legacy unit used in hydraulics, to microbar, a unit ideal for very low pressure measurements in scientific fields.
How to Use This Tool?
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Enter the pressure value in kilogram-force per square centimeter
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Select kilogram-force/sq. cm as the input unit and microbar [µbar] as the output unit
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Click the convert button to see the pressure in microbar
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Use the converted values for scientific, technical, or engineering purposes
Key Features
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Converts pressure units from kilogram-force/sq. cm to microbar (µbar)
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Based on standard conversion rate where 1 kgf/cm² equals 980,665 µbar
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Supports users working with legacy engineering data and modern scientific measurements
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Browser-based and easy to use without the need for formulas
Examples
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Convert 2 Kilogram-force/sq. cm: 2 × 980,665 = 1,961,330 Microbar [µbar]
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Convert 0.5 Kilogram-force/sq. cm: 0.5 × 980,665 = 490,332.5 Microbar [µbar]
Common Use Cases
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Translating legacy hydraulic pressure values into scientific units
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Specifying pressures in vacuum systems, electron microscopy, and atmospheric measurements
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Interpreting technical data sheets and maintenance documents with older pressure units
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Applications in space-simulation testing and geophysical monitoring
Tips & Best Practices
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Verify the origin of your pressure data to ensure correct unit interpretation
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Consider the suitability of microbar for very low pressures and avoid using it for extremely high pressures
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Use this converter for legacy or regional data to align with modern measurement standards
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Always check calibration when converting pressure values between these units
Limitations
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Kilogram-force/sq. cm is a non-SI unit mostly used in older or regional contexts, limiting modern standardization
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Microbar is suitable for very low pressures and may not be practical for high-pressure values without adjustment
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Conversion accuracy relies on correct definition of kilogram-force and instrumentation calibration
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is kilogram-force per square centimeter?
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It is a non-SI pressure unit representing the force of one kilogram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
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Why convert kilogram-force/sq. cm to microbar?
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To translate legacy or regional hydraulic pressure values into a unit suitable for measuring very low pressures in scientific applications.
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Is microbar suitable for high-pressure measurements?
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No, microbar units are best suited for very low pressures and may not be practical for very high-pressure readings without scaling.
Key Terminology
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Kilogram-force per square centimeter (kgf/cm²)
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A pressure unit representing the force exerted by one kilogram-force over an area of one square centimeter, used mainly in legacy or regional applications.
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Microbar (µbar)
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A unit of pressure equal to one millionth of a bar, equivalent to 0.1 pascal, ideal for expressing very low pressures.