How do I convert kPa to PSI?

Formula : PSI = kPa × 0.145038 (or kPa ÷ 6.895) Examples : 100 kPa = 14.5 PSI 200 kPa = 29 PSI (bicycle tire) 220 kPa = 32 PSI (typical car tire) 240 kPa = 35 PSI (SUV tire) 600 kPa = 87 PSI (road bike) kPa to PSI converter →

What is 32 PSI in kPa?

32 PSI = 220.6 kPa (standard car tire pressure) Common tire pressures : 30 PSI = 207 kPa 32 PSI = 221 kPa (most common) 35 PSI = 241 kPa (SUVs, loaded vehicles) 40 PSI = 276 kPa (trucks, some SUVs) PSI to kPa converter →

How many kPa in 1 bar?

1 bar = 100 kPa exactly Examples : 0.5 bar = 50 kPa 1 bar = 100 kPa 2 bar = 200 kPa (bicycle tire) 2.5 bar = 250 kPa (car tire) 10 bar = 1,000 kPa = 1 MPa Bar to kPa converter →

Why do some countries use kPa and others PSI for tires?

kPa (kilopascal) : International standard (SI unit) Used in: Europe, Asia, Australia, Canada, most of world Metric system, easier calculations Appears on all tire sidewalls globally PSI (pounds per square inch) : US customary unit Used in: United States primarily Imperial system, traditional in US Also appears on tire sidewalls Dual labeling : Modern tires show both (e.g., "32 PSI / 220 kPa") Conversion tip : Multiply kPa by 0.145 to get PSI, or divide PSI by 6.895 to get kPa

Is kPa replacing mmHg for blood pressure?

Transitioning, but slow : mmHg still dominant : Most medical equipment, patient communication uses mmHg kPa in some regions : SI-compliant medical devices show kPa Dual display : Many modern BP monitors show both Why slow transition? : Historical familiarity (120/80 mmHg) Medical education based on mmHg Patient understanding International guidelines still use mmHg Conversion : 1 kPa ≈ 7.5 mmHg, so 120/80 mmHg = 16/10.7 kPa (less intuitive)

Kilopascal (kPa) - Unit Information & Conversion

Symbol:kPa

Plural:kilopascals

Category:Pressure

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What is a Kilopascal?

Kilopascal (kPa) = 1,000 pascals. International standard for tire pressure, weather reporting, engineering. More practical than pascals. 1 kPa = 0.145 PSI. Car tires: 220-240 kPa (32-35 PSI). Sea level: 101.325 kPa.

History of the Kilopascal

Derived from pascal (SI pressure unit, 1971). Kilo prefix makes measurements practical since 1 Pa is very small. Standard worldwide except USA for tire pressure, medical blood pressure equipment, industrial specifications.

Quick Answer

What is a Kilopascal? Kilopascal (kPa) = 1,000 pascals. International standard for tire pressure, blood pressure devices, engineering. 1 kPa = 0.145 PSI = 0.01 bar. Car tires: 220-240 kPa (32-35 PSI). Atmospheric pressure: ~101 kPa. Use our pressure converter for conversions.

Definition

1 kPa = 1,000 Pa = 0.145038 PSI = 0.01 bar = 10 hPa = 10 mbar = 0.00987 atm = 7.5 mmHg

Common Uses

Automotive: Tire pressure (international standard, except USA). Medical: Blood pressure equipment (replac ing mmHg in some regions). Meteorology: Atmospheric pressure (101.325 kPa at sea level). Engineering: Structural loads, material strength, HVAC systems.

Real-World Examples

Tire Pressures

Bicycle (road): 600-800 kPa (87-116 PSI)
Bicycle (mountain): 200-300 kPa (29-44 PSI)
Motorcycle: 200-290 kPa (29-42 PSI)
Passenger car: 210-250 kPa (30-36 PSI)
- Compact: 210-230 kPa (30-33 PSI)
- Sedan: 220-240 kPa (32-35 PSI)
- SUV: 230-250 kPa (33-36 PSI)
Light truck: 240-280 kPa (35-40 PSI)
Heavy truck: 550-900 kPa (80-130 PSI)
Aircraft tire: 1,200-1,600 kPa (175-230 PSI)

Blood Pressure

Normal: 120/80 mmHg = 16/10.7 kPa
Elevated: 120-129/<80 mmHg = 16-17.2/<10.7 kPa
Hypertension Stage 1: 130-139/80-89 mmHg = 17.3-18.5/10.7-11.9 kPa
Hypertension Stage 2: ≥140/90 mmHg = ≥18.7/12 kPa
Hypotension: <90/60 mmHg = <12/8 kPa

Atmospheric Pressure

Sea level (standard): 101.325 kPa
High pressure system: 102-106 kPa
Low pressure system: 97-100 kPa
Denver (1,609m): ~83.5 kPa
Mount Everest summit: ~33.7 kPa

Industrial & Engineering

Vacuum (rough): 1-10 kPa
HVAC ductwork: 0.1-2.5 kPa
Natural gas pipeline (residential): 1.75-7 kPa
Water main pressure: 300-800 kPa (43-116 PSI)
Compressed air (industrial): 600-1,000 kPa (87-145 PSI)
Hydraulic systems: 7,000-35,000 kPa (1,000-5,000 PSI)

Kilopascal Conversion Formulas

To Pascal:

1 kPa = 1000 Pa

Example: 5 kilopascals = 5000 pascals

To Megapascal:

1 kPa = 0.001 MPa

Example: 5 kilopascals = 0.005 megapascals

To Hectopascal:

1 kPa = 10 hPa

Example: 5 kilopascals = 50 hectopascals

To Bar:

1 kPa = 0.01 bar

Example: 5 kilopascals = 0.05 bars

To Millibar:

1 kPa = 10 mbar

Example: 5 kilopascals = 50 millibars

To Atmosphere:

1 kPa = 0.009869 atm

Example: 5 kilopascals = 0.049346 atmospheres

To Technical Atmosphere:

1 kPa = 0.010197 at

Example: 5 kilopascals = 0.050986 technical atmospheres

To Torr:

1 kPa = 7.500617 Torr

Example: 5 kilopascals = 37.503084 torr

To Millimeter of Mercury:

1 kPa = 7.500617 mmHg

Example: 5 kilopascals = 37.503084 millimeters of mercury

To Inch of Mercury:

1 kPa = 0.2953 inHg

Example: 5 kilopascals = 1.476499 inches of mercury

To Pound per Square Inch:

1 kPa = 0.145038 psi

Example: 5 kilopascals = 0.725189 pounds per square inch

To Kilopound per Square Inch:

1 kPa = 0.000145 ksi

Example: 5 kilopascals = 0.000725 kilopounds per square inch

To Kilogram-force per Square Centimeter:

1 kPa = 0.010197 kgf/cm²

Example: 5 kilopascals = 0.050986 kilograms-force per square centimeter

To Kilogram-force per Square Meter:

1 kPa = 101.971621 kgf/m²

Example: 5 kilopascals = 509.858106 kilograms-force per square meter

To Millimeter of Water Column:

1 kPa = 101.971621 mmH₂O

Example: 5 kilopascals = 509.858106 millimeters of water column

To Inch of Water Column:

1 kPa = 4.014631 inH₂O

Example: 5 kilopascals = 20.073154 inches of water column

Frequently Asked Questions

Formula: PSI = kPa × 0.145038 (or kPa ÷ 6.895) Examples:

100 kPa = 14.5 PSI
200 kPa = 29 PSI (bicycle tire)
220 kPa = 32 PSI (typical car tire)
240 kPa = 35 PSI (SUV tire)
600 kPa = 87 PSI (road bike) kPa to PSI converter →

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