Bar to Kilopascal (kPa) Converter

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How to use:

  1. Enter a value in either the Bar or Kilopascal field
  2. Click "Convert" to see the result
  3. Use "Swap" to switch between Bar and Kilopascal

Quick Facts:

  • Formula: 1 bar = 100 kilopascals
  • Common pressure references:
    • 1 bar = 100 kPa
    • 2 bar = 200 kPa
    • 5 bar = 500 kPa
    • 10 bar = 1000 kPa
  • Practical applications:
    • Atmospheric pressure = 1.013 bar ≈ 101.3 kPa
    • Car tire pressure = 2.2 bar ≈ 220 kPa
    • Industrial compressor = 7 bar ≈ 700 kPa
    • Steam boiler = 15 bar ≈ 1500 kPa
  • Used in:
    • Engineering
    • Scientific research
    • Industrial processes
    • Meteorology
  • Additional conversions:
    • 1 kPa = 0.01 bar
    • 1 kPa = 0.145038 PSI
    • Standard SI unit for pressure
    • Used in technical specifications

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