Convert kPa to PSI
Free online converter to transform kilopascals (kPa) to pounds per square inch (PSI) instantly
Pressure Unit Converter
Formula: 1 kPa = 0.145038 PSI
Precision: Up to 6 decimal places
kPa to PSI Conversion Formula
Basic Formula
PSI = kPa × 0.145038
Where:
- PSI = Pounds per Square Inch
- kPa = Kilopascals
- 0.145038 = Conversion factor
Reverse Conversion
kPa = PSI ÷ 0.145038
To convert PSI back to kPa, divide by the same factor.
Common kPa to PSI Conversions
1 kPa to PSI
1 kPa = 0.145038 PSI
Standard atmospheric pressure is approximately 101.325 kPa
100 kPa to PSI
100 kPa = 14.5038 PSI
Common tire pressure in passenger vehicles
500 kPa to PSI
500 kPa = 72.519 PSI
High-pressure hydraulic systems
101.325 kPa to PSI
101.325 kPa = 14.6959 PSI
Standard atmospheric pressure at sea level
kPa to PSI Conversion Table
Showing conversions from 0 to 1000 kPa, including representative values: 0, 1, 10, 100, 500, 1000
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is kPa?
kPa stands for Kilopascal, a unit of pressure in the metric system. 1 kPa equals 1,000 Pascals.
What is PSI?
PSI stands for Pounds per Square Inch, a unit of pressure commonly used in the United States and other countries using imperial units.
Why convert kPa to PSI?
kPa to PSI conversion is needed in engineering, automotive, and industrial applications where different pressure units are used in specifications and calculations.
How accurate is this converter?
Our converter uses the standard conversion factor of 0.145038 and provides results with up to 6 decimal places for high precision.
What are common applications for kPa to PSI conversion?
Common applications include tire pressure, hydraulic systems, industrial machinery, automotive engineering, and scientific research.