Convert PSI to Kilopascals
1 psi = 6.8948 kPa
Conversion Table
| psi (psi) | kilopascals (kPa) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 3.4474 |
| 1 | 6.8948 |
| 2 | 13.7895 |
| 5 | 34.4738 |
| 10 | 68.9476 |
| 25 | 172.37 |
| 50 | 344.74 |
| 100 | 689.48 |
| 250 | 1723.69 |
| 500 | 3447.38 |
| 1000 | 6894.76 |
How to Convert psi to kilopascals
To convert psi to kilopascals, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 psi = 68.9476 kPa
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About psi and kilopascals
The Conversion Formula
To convert psi to kilopascals, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 psi = 6.8948 kPa. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 psi to kilopascals: 25 × 6.8948 = 172.37 kPa. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 6.8948, or equivalently multiply by 0.145038.
About psi
PSI stands for 'Pounds per Square Inch'. It is the standard unit for pressure in the United States. It measures how many pounds of force are pressing on every square inch of surface. It is the unit every American driver looks for when filling their tires. psi are commonly used in Tire pressure (US), Blood pressure (rarely), Scuba tanks (US), and Industrial pumps, Paintball tanks.
A standard car tire is inflated to 30-35 psi.
About kilopascals
The kilopascal (kPa) is the practical metric unit for everyday pressure. It is widely used in countries that have fully adopted the metric system for tire pressure and engineering data. 100 kPa is conveniently close to 1 atmosphere of pressure. kilopascals are commonly used in Tire pressure (Metric countries), Building engineering, Scuba tank pressure, and Meteorology, Medical ventilators.
Standard atmospheric pressure is about 101.3 kPa.
When Would You Convert psi to kilopascals?
Converting between psi and kilopascals is one of the most common pressure conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 psi = 6.8948 kPa) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.