Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to dekapascal
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to dekapascal [daPa], or Convert dekapascal to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Dekapascal
1 gf/cm^2 = 9.80665 daPa
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to daPa:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 9.80665 daPa = 147.09975 daPa
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Dekapascal Conversion Table
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Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter
Gram-force per square centimeter (gf/cm²) is a unit of pressure representing the force exerted by one gram-force applied over an area of one square centimeter.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the use of gram-force, a non-SI unit of force based on the gram, and was commonly used in engineering and scientific contexts before the adoption of SI units. It was primarily used in regions and industries where the metric system was prevalent.
Current Use
Today, gf/cm² is largely considered obsolete and is rarely used in modern scientific or engineering applications. Pressure measurements are typically expressed in pascals (Pa) or bar, but the unit may still appear in legacy systems or specific niche contexts.
Dekapascal
The dekapascal (daPa) is a unit of pressure equal to ten pascals, where one pascal (Pa) is the SI derived unit of pressure representing one newton per square meter.
History/Origin
The dekapascal was introduced as a metric prefix-based unit to simplify the expression of larger pressures, particularly in fields like meteorology and engineering, aligning with the SI system's prefixes. Its usage is relatively uncommon compared to the pascal.
Current Use
The dekapascal is occasionally used in scientific and technical contexts to express pressure measurements more conveniently, especially in applications where pressures are in the range of thousands of pascals. It is part of pressure conversions within the 'Common Converters' category.