Pressure Converter

Convert between common and industrial pressure units.

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Common Benchmarks

Storm center 950 hPa
Espresso machine 9 bar
Natural gas line 0.25 psi
Pressure cooker 15 psi
Soccer ball 12 psi
Blood pressure systolic 120 mmHg

Formula

bar = kPa × 0.01

Example

Example: convert 120 kilopascals to bar.

120 kPa = 1.2 bar

Conversion table

kilopascals (kPa) bar (bar)
1 kPa 0.01 bar
2 kPa 0.02 bar
5 kPa 0.05 bar
10 kPa 0.1 bar
20 kPa 0.2 bar
50 kPa 0.5 bar
100 kPa 1 bar

Explanation

These are both units.

How to convert kilopascals to bar

  1. Start with the value in kilopascals (kPa).
  2. Multiply it by 0.01.
  3. The result is the measurement in bar (bar).

Example: 120 kPa → 1.2 bar

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 120 kilopascals in bar?

120 kilopascals equals 1.2 bar.

How many bar is 1 kilopascal?

1 kilopascal equals 0.01 bar.

How many kilopascals is 1 bar?

1 bar equals 100 kilopascals.

What is the difference between kilopascals and bar?

Both measure pressure, but they are commonly used in different contexts. Kilopascals are used for moderate pressures (meteorology, tires, and technical work). Bar are commonly used in industry and some technical contexts.

Where are kilopascals and bar used?

In practice: Kilopascals are used for moderate pressures (meteorology, tires, and technical work). Bar are commonly used in industry and some technical contexts.

Why does 1 kilopascal equal 0.01 bar?

Because pressure units are defined with a fixed relationship (often relative to the pascal). To convert, multiply by that factor.