Bar to Kilogram per Square Meter Converter
10,197.16213 kgf/m²
Kilograms per Square Meter
Understanding Pressure Conversion
What is a Bar?
A bar is a metric unit of pressure equal to 100,000 pascals (Pa). It's approximately equal to atmospheric pressure at sea level. One bar is commonly used in meteorology and engineering applications.
Conversion Formula
To convert from bars to kilograms per square meter (kgf/m²), multiply the pressure value in bars by 10,197.16213:
kgf/m² = bar × 10,197.16213
Common Applications
This conversion is frequently used in:
- Industrial pressure systems
- Hydraulic engineering
- Process control applications
- Scientific research