hectopascal [hPa] to kilopascal [kPa] Converter
How to Convert hectopascal to kilopascal
1 hPa = 0.1 kPa
1 kPa = 10 hPa
Example: convert 10 hPa to kPa:
10 hPa = 10 x 0.1 = 1 kPa
hectopascal
Definition: The hectopascal (symbol: hPa) is a multiple of the pascal, which is the SI unit of pressure. One hPa is equal to 100 pascals.
History/origin: The hectopascal was introduced as a replacement for the millibar (mbar) in meteorology. The change was intended to promote the use of SI units.
Current use: Hectopascals are primarily used in meteorology for measuring atmospheric pressure. 1 hPa is equivalent to 1 mbar, which was previously the standard unit for atmospheric pressure.
kilopascal
Definition: The kilopascal (symbol: kPa) is a multiple of the pascal, which is the SI unit of pressure and stress. One kPa is equal to 1000 pascals.
History/origin: Like the pascal, the kilopascal's origin is tied to the development of SI units. It provides a more convenient scale for expressing pressures larger than a single pascal.
Current use: Kilopascals are widely used in engineering, construction, and meteorology for measuring air pressure, fluid pressure, and mechanical stress.
hectopascal to kilopascal Conversion Table
| Units.hPa.singular [hPa] | Units.kPa.singular [kPa] |
|---|---|
| 0.01 hPa | 0.001 kPa |
| 0.1 hPa | 0.010000000000000002 kPa |
| 1 hPa | 0.1 kPa |
| 10 hPa | 1 kPa |
| 50 hPa | 5 kPa |
| 100 hPa | 10 kPa |
| 1000 hPa | 100 kPa |
| 10000 hPa | 1000 kPa |