Convert gram-force/sq. centimeter to ksi
Please provide values below to convert gram-force/sq. centimeter [gf/cm^2] to ksi [ksi], or Convert ksi to gram-force/sq. centimeter.
How to Convert Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Ksi
1 gf/cm^2 = 1.42233433136556e-05 ksi
Example: convert 15 gf/cm^2 to ksi:
15 gf/cm^2 = 15 × 1.42233433136556e-05 ksi = 0.000213350149704835 ksi
Gram-Force/sq. Centimeter to Ksi 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.
Ksi
Ksi (kilopound per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing thousands of pounds-force per square inch.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the imperial system, primarily used in the United States for measuring pressure in engineering and industrial contexts, especially in the oil and gas industries.
Current Use
Ksi is still used today in engineering, construction, and manufacturing to specify material strength, pressure ratings, and structural specifications, particularly in the United States.